You may be familiar with the PEUGEOT road handling. And with good reason, it's been a feature of motoring journalism for many years. While it was known to aficionados, it has more recently been democratised among the public, thanks in particular to the success of the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit, whose compact steering wheel enhances driving sensations tenfold. Here's a look back at this unique feature, a true signature of the Lion Brand.

Defining road handling is no easy task. If we had to formulate a clear and concise definition, we'd say it's the art of combining excellent roadholding with top-level driving pleasure. But what else? Roadholding is a characteristic for which perfect technical control of the functioning and interactions between running gear, suspension and tyres is crucial. 

Firstly, excellent roadholding, a guarantee of safety, while at the same time opting for technical choices that guarantee outstanding comfort. Secondly, the aim is to offer sporty handling, synonymous with driving pleasure, and precise, communicative steering procuring driving efficiency. This brings us to the heart of PEUGEOT's expertise, which is to achieve the best possible synthesis of these elements. 

Road handling is based on two factors. The first is damping know-how. For a very long time, PEUGEOT manufactured its own suspension components in-house, acquiring invaluable experience over time. According to the Dynamic Synthesis engineers, this experience in shock absorber design has been key to mastering the vehicle's dynamics.

According to Gaëtan Demoulin, who was in charge of chassis synthesis and PEUGEOT customer synthesis for many years, the road environment around the historic Sochaux/Belchamp site is the second factor that enables efficient fine-tuning, as well as an understanding of roadholding, comfort and steering pleasure. The development and validation of all ranges were carried out here. 

This unique PEUGEOT characteristic is far from new. While the 301 (the first mass-produced car in the world to be equipped with independent front wheels) can be traced back to the 1930s, it was the 205 GTi  that gave rise to the idea that a PEUGEOT has superior roadholding.

Since then, a number of models have perpetuated this road handling, including the 308 sedan and the 3008 SUV. What do they have in common? Both feature the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit. 

By totally redefining the codes of the driving position, thanks in particular to the compact steering wheel, the Lion Brand has enabled all motorists to experience this sensation of precision at first hand. From SUVs to vans to sedans, the entire current range benefits, in its own way, from a special road handling. 

And that's not about to change, since this feature is placed at the very top of the development specifications for each new model. The E-3008 promises to be a pleasure to drive!

You too can experience the famous PEUGEOT road handling by trying out a model from our range at your nearest PEUGEOT dealer!