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Total and Citroen: half a century at the peak
In September 1968, Total and Citroen signed an agreement on commercial and technological partnership, which includes the joint development of the full range of technical fluids – from engine and transmission oils to coolants and brake fluids. Particularly emphasized the need to create a sports structure, where the specialists of both companies worked hand in hand – both partners viewed auto racing as a testing ground for creating and testing new technologies. Continue reading
Total and Citroen: to win across continents
London-Sydney ‘1968
As soon as Citroen and Total signed an agreement on commercial and technological partnership in 1968, they had to pass an aptitude test in the same way as an external participant. A little earlier, two British publications offered to hold the automobile “Olympic Games” once in four years – transcontinental marathons. Continue reading