PRESIDENTIAL DS N°8, a bespoke, all-electric flagship vehicle by DS Automobiles, has officially joined the fleet of the French Presidency, marking a historic milestone as President Emmanuel Macron becomes the first head of a Republic to use a 100% electric official car.
Unveiled for the 8 May 1945 Armistice remembrance, this unique model precedes the market release of the DS N°8 sedan, scheduled for September 2025.
Built as a symbol of French innovation and craftsmanship, PRESIDENTIAL DS N°8 features ACC-supplied batteries offering a record-breaking 750 km range, with the ability to charge 200 km in 10 minutes.
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The model’s Sapphire Blue finish, illuminated DS Luminascreen grille bearing the tricolor, and special badges signal its Presidential role. Modified with flag holders and unique black quarter panels, it’s designed for high-profile ceremonial use, staying true to DS’s legacy of serving France’s top office.
A Legacy of Presidential Design
This continues a long-standing partnership between DS Automobiles and the French Republic, spanning over seven presidents.
From the DS 19 used by General de Gaulle to the DS 5 of François Hollande and the DS 7 ÉLYSÉE associated with Macron’s 2017 inauguration, DS models have consistently represented French excellence at the highest level.
Artistic and Technical Excellence
A true showcase of French savoir-faire, PRESIDENTIAL DS N°8 was crafted in collaboration with master artisans and high-tech partners:
- Straw Marquetry by Ateliers Lison de Caunes adorns the dashboard and doors with fan-patterned rye straw in sea green and midnight blue.
- Dream Blue satin interior panels are provided by MÉTAPHORES, a textile arm of Hermès, sourced from Verel de Belval.
- Pleated textiles for the door panels are handmade by Atelier Lognon, famed for its work with top fashion houses.
- Master upholsterers at DS fitted the cabin with Alcantara® and watchstrap Nappa leather, accentuated by signature pearl stitching.
Security and Technology Integration
Enhanced for Presidential use, the car is armored by Centigon, France’s premier supplier of secure vehicles. FOCAL, an industry leader in high-end audio, equipped the car with a tailor-made sound system, continuing its long-standing collaboration with DS.
Public Debut
The PRESIDENTIAL DS N°8 will be on public display at the RÉVÉLATIONS craft biennial, taking place May 21–25, 2025, at the Grand Palais in Paris — a fitting venue for this masterpiece blending innovation and tradition.
With this model, DS Automobiles not only extends its prestigious relationship with the Élysée Palace but also sets a new standard in combining state-level prestige with sustainable, high-performance mobility.
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