Voisin car books - history and models

Andre Lefebvre and the cars he created for Voisin and Citroën

André Lefebvre, together with his colleagues at Citroën, designed several iconic models: the Traction Avant (1934), the TUB (1939) - Citroën's first front-wheel-drive utility van, later replaced by the H and HY vans (1947) - the 2 CV (1948), and the DS (1955).

From 1923 to 1931, he also created innovative racing and record-breaking cars for Voisin, some of which he personally drove. His time with Gabriel Voisin, an aviation pioneer and car manufacturer, greatly influenced his engineering approach.

Building on this experience, he convinced Citroën's leadership of his unconventional design ideas. He persuaded André Citroën, Pierre Michelin, Pierre-Jules Boulanger, Robert Puiseux, and Pierre Bercot to adopt his vision.

His work at Citroën places him among the greatest automotive designers of the 20th century. His influence remains visible in modern cars, demonstrating the lasting relevance of his concepts. Yet, this remarkable engineer remains relatively unknown to the public.

English edition of the French book "André Lefebvre - de la Voisin Laboratoire à la Citroën DS".

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Gabriel Voisin - Journal d'un inconoclaste

Gabriel Voisin played a key role in the development of aviation from its early days until the 1918 armistice. He then turned to architecture before dedicating himself to automobiles.

Between the wars, he designed vehicles with innovative aesthetics and technology, far from the norms of his time. His bold and visionary automobiles reflected a forward-thinking approach beyond mere provocation.

After 1945, disillusioned but still passionate, Voisin continued to analyze the future of personal mobility with a critical perspective. A tireless researcher, independent thinker, and visionary, he left a lasting mark on the 20th century.

This boxed edition recounts the story of Gabriel Voisin and his exceptional automobiles.

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André Lefèbvre - de la Voisin Laboratoire à la Citroën DS

This French book pays tribute to André Lefebvre, a visionary engineer whose legacy still shapes the automotive world.

Between 1923 and 1931, he designed innovative racing and record-breaking cars for Voisin, some of which he personally drove.

His work at Citroën established him as one of the greatest automotive designers of the 20th century. His ideas and philosophy continue to influence modern vehicle design.
Alongside his colleagues at Citroën's design office, he created several iconic models:
- The Traction Avant (1934),
- The TUB (1939), Citroën's first front-wheel-drive utility vehicle, followed by the Type H (1947),
- The 2 CV (1948),
- The DS (1955).

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