Citroën bets on nostalgia at Paris motor show amid struggling French sales

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What happened

French president Emmanuel Macron is paying his customary visit to the Paris Motor Show this morning.

This year's show sees electric and hybrid vehicles in the spotlight as European carbuilders seek to roll back years of sliding sales.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:15:40 UTC.

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