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Both carpenter and cabinetmaker, Eugène Prévost, within the obvious intent of modernizing his factory, he expanded to incorporate mechanics and explored electric power. Meanwhile, a friend solicited him to build a bus. Therefore, in 1924 was born the first Prevost motorcoach. Eugène Prévost, a fully French-Canadian “Québécois” from Sainte-Claire succeeded in distinguishing himself gave birth to the Prevost motorcoach industry – the same motorcoach brand that criss-crosses all of North America today. His successors raised the Prevost brand to the highest ranks of international prestigious companies. Today, Prevost is a subsidiary of the Volvo Buses, whose headquarters are in Sweden.
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Canada
The son of Eugène Prévost, author René Prévost grew up in an exceptional environment that often doubled as a playground for him and his siblings. As he traveled for business, he realized that few people knew his father’s uncommon story. Once he retired, he set himself the goal of paying homage to the builder that was Eugène Prévost and sharing his remarkable journey. This book is the result of many years of research, combing through archival materials and conducting exclusive interviews with those who knew Eugène Prévost or worked alongside him.
