JEP 2026: Centigon France’s latest armored vehicle at the heart of the Élysée’s Cour d’Honneur

European Heritage Days 2026

This weekend, for European Heritage Days, the Élysée Palace opened its doors to the public. In the Cour d’Honneur, the DS N°7 Élysée, the Republic’s first fully electric presidential ceremonial vehicle, was displayed alongside General de Gaulle’s DS 21 Pallas (1965–1967).

Sixty years separate these two cars. They share the same demand for excellence in French craftsmanship.

At Centigon France, we are proud to have carried out the armoring of the DS N°7 Élysée, unveiled during the July 14th parade. A demanding project, carried out with DS Automobiles, combining protection, comfort, and elegance.

This armoring, designed and produced in Lamballe-Armor, Brittany, embodies what we stand for every day: French industrial expertise, in service of those who need to travel in complete safety.

Thank you to DS Automobiles for their trust, and to all the Centigon teams who contributed to this project.