Compagnie Automobile Normaund
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| Type | Public Limited Company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Vehicle Manufacturing |
| Founded | 1746 AN |
| Headquarters |
Quimper,  Order of the Holy Lakes |
| Products | Truck, bus and tractor |
The Norman Motor Company (Alexandrian: Compagne Automobile Normand) is a heavy-duty vehicle manufacturer located in Quimper, Normandie. Initially established in 1744 AN to produce spare parts for military vehicles, the factory was initially located in Quimper and, over time, became quite proficient in spare parts production. After the war, the factory began producing heavy-duty commercial vehicles. R&D efforts, which began in 1746 AN, culminated in the first vehicles rolling off the assembly line in early 1749 AN. The factory is considered a pioneer of the First Five-Year Development Plan of the Normandie.
History
Foundation
The Norman Motor Company was established in Rouen under the patronage of the Ducal Council of Cherbourg, led by a coalition of noble investors, merchant capitalists, and engineers. The founding figure was Guillaume de Lorme, an inventor and mechanical engineer educated at the Academy of Norman Sciences in Quimper.
The company's inception aligned with the broader economic vision of Duke Theodoric van Orton, who sought to create an indigenous industrial base capable of supporting both civilian commerce and military logistics. The initial aim was to produce steam-powered vehicles that could reduce reliance on traditional horse-drawn transport, especially along the strategic road networks connecting Quimper, Casse-glace, Béthencourt, and Falaise.
