2006-11-24 01:03:27 · 12 answers · asked by Elizabeth G 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Citroen
USA has strict safety laws and alot of forgein cars don't meet them. Could also be import regulations.
2006-11-24 01:07:01 · answer #1 · answered by Doug 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It costs quite a lot to certify cars for sale in the US (emissions, crash testing, etc) so an automaker has to count on large sales to spread the cost.
French cars tend to have less features and sell for more $$$ than comprable cars from American, Japanese, German, Korean automakers.
And the French sometimes do like things "their way", rather than tailoring the cars for the target market. So... if you like the styling, seating and controls on a Peugot, you're in. Otherwise, you wouldn't buy one, especially if you can get a better deal on a Toyota or Chevy that fits you better.
It's also why we don't see Italian cars like Fiats and Alfa Romeos. Fiat (parent company) has figured it can make money on Ferraris instead.
2006-11-25 06:57:57 · answer #2 · answered by britbits 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The French build terrible cars and the market in the US is already saturated. They simply can't compete in this market. Renault used to be sold here in the states but not anymore. I think Peugot still sells Mopeds here in the US. That's about it.
2006-11-24 01:44:19 · answer #3 · answered by Louis G 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
renault is a french car. was sold in usa till they were bought out. citroen is a french car, sold here. simca also. they are not popular, and when they require service, there are no parts. i see that as the main issue.
2006-11-24 01:08:02 · answer #4 · answered by gearhead_35k 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Americans are used to certain standards of reliability, and are not inclined to maintain vehicles to the standard required of French vehicles. No french manufacturer has been able to install the infrastructure necessary to support their sales
2006-11-25 13:15:54 · answer #5 · answered by JIMCASEY 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
American car are getting killed in the US. A French car does stand a chance.
2006-11-25 12:04:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Popular names for French models might be the "Je Surrende", "Vichichy", "Collaberator", or "Le Fromage du Nazi". It must be a marketing thing.
2006-11-25 18:41:24 · answer #7 · answered by Henry 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it's like a war zone on our highways. And you know how the French are when it comes to fighting anyone.
2006-11-24 01:22:29 · answer #8 · answered by Papa John 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
very simple,,SUPPLY AND DEMAND,,they make few cars and ones they make wouldnt appeal to american consumer..no luxury,,no sport,just plain cheaper made cars that you cant get parts for...most dont even have air,,,,trust me you know that if they made cars that would sell here an american wouldve already bought a franchise here,,,just plain jane cars w/no options available,,also europe has tariffs that are ridiculous.....jim
2006-11-24 01:17:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
French cars might be though.....isn't Renault French??
2006-11-24 01:05:52 · answer #10 · answered by margarita 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋