1 million+ Peugeot Citroen vehicles equipped with eCall

27 Jan 2012

PSA Peugeot Citroen continues to lead eCall roll out in Europe, with Citroen e-Touch and Peugeot Connect. Over one million Peugeot and Citroen models featuring the emergency call system have been sold since 2003 and nearly 5,500 people have used it to access emergency services in the 10 European countries where eCall has been deployed.

In 2010, PSA Peugeot Citroen made the eCall emergency call system widely accessible with the launch of the autonomous telematics box (ATB). This vehicle-connected on-board unit separates the telematics systems from other functions, such as hands-free phone control, offering an independent communication solution free of contract obligations for the life of the vehicle.

eCall is also equipped with a location-aware assistance system that puts vehicle occupants in contract with a roadside assistance network in the event of a breakdown.

PSA Peugeot Citroen's emergency call system received the Euro NCAP Advanced award in late 2010 for its cutting-edge safety features. The only volume carmaker to earn such a distinction, PSA Peugeot Citroen has once again demonstrated that vehicle safety is one of its core priorities by offering innovative, effective safety solutions.