CHS (France) - AllCarIndex

Chausson was a French company founded in the aftermath of World War II, specifically between 1945 and 1946, in Asnières, Seine. Initially, the company specialized in manufacturing radiators and had established a significant presence in the French automotive market, supplying over 80 percent of all radiators for vehicles in France prior to the war.

In 1947, Chausson transitioned from radiator production to bus manufacturing, marking a significant shift in its business focus. During the immediate post-war period, the company explored the possibility of entering the microcar market. They developed prototypes for a small, open, doorless two-seater vehicle powered by a 330cc single-cylinder two-stroke engine, which drove the front wheels. This vehicle featured independent suspension on all wheels, showcasing innovative design for its time.

Chausson produced two prototypes with the smaller engine and one with a 550cc twin-cylinder engine. The larger engine variant was also utilized in a forward-control van produced by Chenard-Walcker, a company that had been owned by Chausson since 1936. Although the microcar, referred to as the C.H.S., did not enter production, there were plans for its manufacture in England by Delancy-Gallay, another radiator manufacturer. However, these plans ultimately did not materialize, and there were also reports of interest from Austin in the project.