Clem (France) - AllCarIndex

Clem was a French automobile brand that operated between 1912 and 1914. The company originated as Compagnie Lyonnaise d’Études Mécaniques, based in Lyons, France. The brand name "Clem" was derived from the name of a customer, Madame Clemence Servoz, who was also the mother-in-law of the company's founder.

The designer and manufacturer of Clem vehicles was Giutta Bouvier, a former test driver for the LABUIRE brand. Bouvier assembled small cars utilizing a 30cc four-cylinder Fonduenjk i Dupressoir chassis and gearbox, complemented by Alix radiators and two-seater bodies produced by a local firm. The production was limited, with Bouvier employing a small workforce of no more than 20 men, which allowed the company to produce approximately 12 cars per month.

In February 1914, Bouvier transitioned to the textile industry, leading to the formation of a new company that expanded the Clem lineup. This new iteration introduced a slightly larger model equipped with a 1320cc engine, capable of accommodating four-seater bodywork. The brand's brief existence reflected the challenges faced by small manufacturers in the early automotive industry.