Peugeot expects to benefit from making new 3008 'a real SUV'

Peugeot is counting on the new 3008 and face-lifts of the 208, 308 and other models to boost sales in the midterm despite headwinds such as slowing sales in China, stiff competition in Europe and declining demand for diesels. Maxime Picat, who was Peugeot CEO for nearly four years before taking over as PSA Group's head of Europe on Sept. 1, outlined the French automaker's plans for its biggest brand. He recently spoke with Automotive News Europe Correspondent Bruce Gain.