American Berliet (United States) - AllCarIndex

American Berliet was an automobile manufacturer active from 1906 to 1908, based in Providence, Rhode Island. The company was a collaboration between the American Locomotive Company, a prominent locomotive manufacturer, and the French automotive firm Berliet. This partnership aimed to produce automobiles in the United States, leveraging Berliet's expertise in car manufacturing.

Production commenced in 1906, with American Berliet offering two primary models: a 24/30 horsepower vehicle and a 40/50 horsepower variant. The vehicles were priced at a premium, ranging from $5,500 to $8,500, reflecting their luxury status. In 1908, the lineup expanded to include a more powerful 60 horsepower model, which was available as a tourer, landaulette, or limousine, priced at $10,000. Initially, the cars featured chain drive, but by 1908, the models transitioned to shaft drive.

The partnership with Berliet was short-lived, as the licensing agreement was discontinued in 1909. Following this, the vehicles were rebranded as ALCO, marking the end of the American Berliet name in the automotive market.