Automobiles Grégoire was a French manufacturer of cars and aero engines, founded in 1902 by Pierre Joseph Grégoire in Poissy, France. The company was born out of an earlier enterprise called "Cyclone", which made engines. Grégoire operated for about 20 years in the early 20th century and produced cars and aero engines. The company was known for its innovative design and engineering, and Grégoire was a pioneer in the use of lightweight materials and aerodynamic styling.