Ailloud et Dumond was a French automobile manufacturer active from 1897 to 1904, based in Lyons. The company was founded by Claude Ailloud, a bicycle maker who ventured into automobile production by creating a small car in 1897. This initial vehicle featured a 618cc vertical-twin engine, which was originally positioned at the rear but later relocated to the front for improved cooling. The car was notable for its tubular frame, a 3-speed gearbox,…