Documentary

Wheels of Power: History of Official Cars

Leaders of small and big countries alike seem to ride in cars that somehow amplify their power. Hitler drove around in a luxurious Mercedes 770. Trump has his ultra-secure limo "the Beast." General De Gaulle tooled around in a stately Citroën DS. These cars played a key roles for their owner sand sometimes saved their lives. Discover the secrets of these prestige objects that have marked history.

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Created By

Jessy Picard

Status

Ended

Original Name

Les secrets des voitures de chefs d’État

First Air Date

May 2, 2018

Last Air Date

May 2, 2018

Seasons

1

Episodes

1

Language

French, English

Production Companies

TV Presse Productions

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Wheels of Power: History of Official Cars

Adolf Hitler and his Mercedes 770K parade car, Charles De Gaulle and his DS 19, Pope Jean-Paul II and his Popemobiles, Donald Trump and The Beast, his ultra-safe limousine… All these Heads of State have given their cars a place in the great book of automobiles. Sometimes using these vehicles for their propaganda, certain of them didn’t hesitate to use custom-made cars. Security, luxury, extravagance, signs of power. There are many reasons behind the use of state of the art technology for these vehicles. Since Barack Obama, the American government has invested 14 million euros, and multiplied the most extreme trials, using ever thicker anti-mine armour, and more and more powerful motors inspired by aeronautics and motor racing. Discover the secrets of the prestigious objects that have put their mark on history.

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