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Stellantis hasn't done a lot of cool things in America over the past quarter – and its sales dropped 21% as a consequence. But do you think they're only in trouble over there?
Not at all, because some of its brands aren't doing well at all. One prime example could be DS Automobiles, one of the newest luxury divisions of the automotive industry. Established in 2009 as an offshoot of Citroen, this brand has become an independent entity since 2014 and owes its name to the distinctive Citroen DS executive car, as well as it is open to interpretations like 'Different Spirit' or 'Distinctive Series,' among others.
However, unlike other premium brands that were born recently – such as South Korea's Genesis Motor – success has been an elusive thing. Just recently, we heard it through the rumor mill that the latest prototypes spied are of the 2025 DS 8 Crossback, a watered-down interpretation of the Aero Sport Lounge concept that's neither sedan nor crossover but rather a mix of them bundled in one premium-oriented package destined to replace the poor-selling DS 9 sedan.
Also, the rumor mill's ideas are open to interpretation from across the parallel universes of vehicular CGI because those who dwell in the imaginative realm of digital car content creators have heard a whisper about the potential comeback of the iconic Citroen DS executive car. More precisely, Avarvarii Automotive Artworks (aka avarvarii on social media) has taken a good, extended look at DS Automobiles' plans and decided it needs a new DS – based on the latest reports.
Case in point, the pixel master has unofficially rendered the hypothetical recreation of the ultimate French executive car for various publications – the 1960s Citroen DS. Set to "redefine its image with a groundbreaking luxury saloon, (it) aims to blend heritage with cutting-edge electric technology," says the author, citing sources close to DS boss Olivier Francois. This upcoming flagship would rock the design world with a modern interpretation of the Citroen DS featuring a "sleek, aerodynamic design, incorporating modern elements such as a narrow-slot grille and advanced LED lighting."
Unfortunately, even if you like this rendering, not even the author is sure of its accuracy and says it's only 25% confident this is the real deal because we're still early in the development process, and it merely serves "as a placeholder until more information is revealed, but it was a great deal of fun to reimagine the classic DS." The pixel master believes aerodynamics will be crucial for the new model, and the new saloon could even feature the legendary covered rear wheels for additional efficiency.
With Stellantis latest technology on board and the STLA Large platform forming the underpinnings, this massive DS model could boast over 400 miles of range and fast-charging capabilities that could make it a direct (yet ritzier) rival of established players like the Tesla Model S AWD, which boasts 402 miles of range on a single charge according to EPA estimates. Plus, the luxurious experience would be even more poignant if DS manages to bring back the iconic hydraulic suspension technology with contemporary updates.
So, what do you think? Would you buy something exotic like this sleek DS – which has suicide rear doors and wheel covers and a hydraulic suspension or play it safe with the Tesla Model S or a Porsche Taycan and Lucid Air?
However, unlike other premium brands that were born recently – such as South Korea's Genesis Motor – success has been an elusive thing. Just recently, we heard it through the rumor mill that the latest prototypes spied are of the 2025 DS 8 Crossback, a watered-down interpretation of the Aero Sport Lounge concept that's neither sedan nor crossover but rather a mix of them bundled in one premium-oriented package destined to replace the poor-selling DS 9 sedan.
Also, the rumor mill's ideas are open to interpretation from across the parallel universes of vehicular CGI because those who dwell in the imaginative realm of digital car content creators have heard a whisper about the potential comeback of the iconic Citroen DS executive car. More precisely, Avarvarii Automotive Artworks (aka avarvarii on social media) has taken a good, extended look at DS Automobiles' plans and decided it needs a new DS – based on the latest reports.
Case in point, the pixel master has unofficially rendered the hypothetical recreation of the ultimate French executive car for various publications – the 1960s Citroen DS. Set to "redefine its image with a groundbreaking luxury saloon, (it) aims to blend heritage with cutting-edge electric technology," says the author, citing sources close to DS boss Olivier Francois. This upcoming flagship would rock the design world with a modern interpretation of the Citroen DS featuring a "sleek, aerodynamic design, incorporating modern elements such as a narrow-slot grille and advanced LED lighting."
Unfortunately, even if you like this rendering, not even the author is sure of its accuracy and says it's only 25% confident this is the real deal because we're still early in the development process, and it merely serves "as a placeholder until more information is revealed, but it was a great deal of fun to reimagine the classic DS." The pixel master believes aerodynamics will be crucial for the new model, and the new saloon could even feature the legendary covered rear wheels for additional efficiency.
With Stellantis latest technology on board and the STLA Large platform forming the underpinnings, this massive DS model could boast over 400 miles of range and fast-charging capabilities that could make it a direct (yet ritzier) rival of established players like the Tesla Model S AWD, which boasts 402 miles of range on a single charge according to EPA estimates. Plus, the luxurious experience would be even more poignant if DS manages to bring back the iconic hydraulic suspension technology with contemporary updates.
So, what do you think? Would you buy something exotic like this sleek DS – which has suicide rear doors and wheel covers and a hydraulic suspension or play it safe with the Tesla Model S or a Porsche Taycan and Lucid Air?
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