Citroen Traction Avant, famous front wheel drive car with monocoque body

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This example is located outside the Hotel d'Armes d'Estaing in Estaing on the River Lot. Though not the first car to employ front wheel drive, the Citroen TA or Traction Avant did pioneer monocoque production for the European mass market. The car also had independent front suspension and a smooth, stylish design.

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Size: 5047px × 3365px
Location: Estaing, France
Photo credit: © Michael Howes / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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