French Sophistication: 1949 Citroën Traction Avant

Front wheel drive, monocoque, independent suspension, and elegant style allowed the innovative Traction Avant to pave the way for future Citroën models.

Aaron Turpen
An automotive enthusiast for most of his adult life, Aaron has worked in and around the industry in many ways. He is an accredited member of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press (RMAP), the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA), the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), and freelances as a writer and journalist around the Web and in print. You can find his portfolio at AaronOnAutos.com.