BGS (France) - AllCarIndex

B.G.S. (Sté Voitures et Accumulateurs Bouquet) was a French automobile manufacturer active from 1898 to 1906, based in Neuilly, Seine. The company specialized in the production of electric vehicles during the early years of the automotive industry. B.G.S. offered a diverse range of vehicles, including dogcarts, phaetons, and various sizes of commercial vehicles, catering to the growing demand for electric transportation at the turn of the century.

In 1899, B.G.S. participated in the Paris-Ostend race with one of their vehicles; however, the entry was forced to retire due to an accident. A notable achievement for the brand occurred in 1900 when a specially-equipped car, driven by M. Bouquet, set a record by traveling 163 miles (262 km) on a single charge, surpassing the previous record by 68 miles (110 km). This vehicle was heavily laden with batteries, which weighed 1,260 kg, and featured a motor mounted behind the front axle, driving a countershaft with final drive by chains.

By around 1901, B.G.S. vehicles became more commonly known as Garfin or Garfin-Renault, reflecting a shift in branding. These later models incorporated shaft drive and began to resemble petrol-engine cars in appearance. Additionally, B.G.S. produced some vehicles for the brand Créanche, further expanding their market presence during their operational years.