nd the strong growth in local and global demand for all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles. The 12,000 square meter site is GKN Driveline’s second plant in Villagran. The facility is producing a new type of higher performance propshaft, the GKN VLi. Customers include Audi, BMW, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Nissan and Volkswagen. At full capacity, the plant will produce more than one million propshafts a year and will employ 380 people...

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o FCA's Belvidere plant to be idled 2 weeks, Saltillo and Toluca close for some days in January FCA cancels summer shutdowns at North American plants FCA restarts Mexican plants on May 25, 26 upon receiving government approval FCA CEO updates product plans for North America delayed by COVID-19 Ford, FCA, Toyota to idle plants, cut production due to semiconductor shortage Stellantis halts 5 North American plants until mid-April due to microch...

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the Ford Edge, Chevrolet Bolt, and Stellantis’ aluminum engine block). -These decreases were partially offset by (i) the launch and ramp up of new programs, including GM’s new EV platforms (BEV3/BET), and the Toyota Tacoma, (ii) higher production volumes of certain platforms including the Ford Escape and Maverick, GM's large pick-up truck and SUV platform, and an engine block for Ford, and (iii) a positive impact from foreign exchange, parti...

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design lighting and lighting for driver assistance systems Lifecycle Solutions Develops and manufactures solutions extending the vehicle lifecycle, special original equipment, spare components, and workshop equipment   -The Company’s four largest customers, consisting of VW, Stellantis, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz, comprised 45.4% of its net sales in the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, compared to 46.1% in 2023. The acquisition of He...

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up to eventually own all Valeo group interests in foreign affiliates. Established the subsidiaries Valeo Distribution and Societe Holding Valeo do Brasil (Brazil). 1986 Sold interest in SCBP Group and acquired Allevard Industries. 1988 Acquired the car and truck HVAC equipment operations for Ford, Autolatina of Brazil. Acquired Tibbe KG, a West German supplier of steering wheel locking devices. Increased interest in Clausor to 90% 19...

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W and ACTS in Germany. End of 1999 Acquired the remainder of Magna Automotibiltechnik, a joint venture with Austria steel producer Voest Alpine Stahl. Aug. 2000 Announced its intention to form a working relationship with Covisint, the global internet based B2B exchange formed by General Motors, Ford, Daimler/Chrysler, Renault and Nissan. Jan. 2001 Decoma purchased the Company's European exterior parts operations and Decoma Exterior Trim. ...

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nd North American markets. -The Module business had total sales of EUR 2,814 million in 2024, or a decrease of 3.4% from 2023. The reduction in sales from the previous year was primarily due to lower call-offs by our customers in almost all markets, in particular from our core customers Volkswagen, Ford, Daimler and BMW. The ramp-up and start of production at our new plant in Bratislava, Slovakia partly compensated for the lower volumes. -The Com...

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ment. Currently, the development of electronic control systems, including active safety and safety integration systems, is handled by the parent company, Joyson Electronic. The company has commercialized a seatbelt with built-in airbag called the "inflatable belt" (similar to Takata's air belt) for Ford, and has developed its own technology in the passive safety field for deployment not only in North America but also in the Chinese market. Recent...

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lant 12 years ago. The plant currently has 77 employees, and expects to increase to nearly 100 employees when the plant reaches full capacity. Autoliv South America produces airbags, seatbelts, seatbelt webbing and steering wheels for the South American market. The largest customers are Volkswagen, Ford, Peugeot and GM. The company announced it would also begin manufacturing airbag inflators at the Taubate location. (From a press release on June ...

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t injection pressure sensorFuel pressure sensor (World share No. 1) -Industry's first, directly connected to fuel hose with proprietary technology HVOR: Heavy Vehicle & Off Road -For Mercedes-Benz, BMW, SUBARU, GM, Ford, Hyundai Integrates a compact, lightweight, high-performance inductive rotor position sensor with a sensor that directly measures th...

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evelopment of a new fuel pump with brushless technology, which will help reduce CO2 emissions further. Start of the production is currently scheduled for 2012. (From a press release on Sep. 9, 2009) Delphi currently supplies its power electronics for hybrid vehicles offered by Ford - the Fusion and Escape. (From a press release on Sep. 9, 2009) Delphi currently supplies nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries for Ford hybrid models - the Fusion and...

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bric supply to its existing cut and sew capabilities as well as offering the potential for incremental sales growth as a fabric supplier to a broad range of automotive manufacturers. New Trend produces fabric used for seat covers, vehicle headliners and automotive door panels and carpet for GM, VW, Ford, China Brilliance, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai, Chery and Geely vehicles, predominantly in China. (From a press release on Jun 13, 2008) Lear Corpora...

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combustion engines and hybrid or electric drives. Its rolling resistance has improved by 10% over its predecessor. It is also the first long-haul tire in size 315/70 to enable an axle load capacity of 8.5 tons. It offers enhanced energy efficiency and braking performance as well as extended range. Ford, Iveco, Scania, and Volvo’s long-haul trucks equipped with this tire will be exhibited. The Conti EcoPlus HT3+ is specifically optimized for el...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/22

innovation, and the cultivation of local talent. For production R&D and application, Ford will launch over 30 Ford and Lincoln models developed for Chinese customers for the next three years, among which more than ten will be NEVs. It will strengthen autonomous driving R&D as well. The all-new Ford Escape midsize SUV with a front face designed for Chinese customers will debut worldwide. Lincoln will focus on the Chinese market and start productio...

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Belvidere plant in Illinois due to chip supplies Stellantis extends downtime at Belvidere Assembly on semiconductor supply Stellantis idles Jefferson North plant for 8 weeks for USD 900 million retooling Stellantis laying off more workers at Belvidere Assembly Plant for 'sustainable' operations Ford, Stellantis plants idle week of May 9 due to chip constraints Stellantis idles Windsor Assembly Plant plant due to part shortages Stellantis an...

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hs of calendar 2015 totaling USD 3.2 billion. The secured business includes new global awards with top OEMs, including BMW Group for infotainment and audio solutions as well as Daimler AG and GAC Fiat for infotainment solutions. In addition to the BMW award, Harman secured new car audio awards from Ford, Fiat Chrysler, Geely, and Hyundai. (From a press release on April 30, 2015) Harman International Industries, Inc. announced that it has finalize...

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ve manufacturer for its Belt Drive (Rack Drive) Electrically Powered Steering (EPS) to be fitted on their mid-size passenger cars beginning in 2012. This marks the second nomination of TRW's BELT Drive EPS after Ford Motor Company. In addition to North American launches over the past two years with Ford, the system will launch in Europe for the first time with Ford in 2010. (From a press release on June 24, 2010) TRW Automotive Holdings Corp., a ...

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ts union. Ford considered moving Fiesta output to its factory in Craiova, Romania due to high wage in Germany. Ford said in a statement that management and workers at the Cologne plant had agreed to scrap costly night shifts, increase flexibility on working hours and reassign work from suppliers to Ford, delivering total savings it estimated at $400 million between 2017 and 2021. The pact covers all 24,000 Ford employees in Germany and includes a...

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s on 2021 Ram 1500 TRX pickup Dana unveils expanded TM4 SUMO HP electric motor and inverter series Dana acquires Pi Innovo for e-Propulsion software, controls, electronic capabilities Dana features fuel cell bipolar plates technology at Hannover Messe Dana expands production of AWD axle systems for Ford, Lincoln vehicles in China Dana driveline components featured on 2021 Ford F-600 Super Duty Dana targets growth in China with e-Drive, thermal ma...

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he dual-clutch module, clutch control module, shift actuation module, and synchronizer assemblies.  (From a press release on Aug 6, 2008)   BorgWarner will supply patented Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) variable cam timing technology for the Ford Duratec 3.0-liter V-6 engine, debuting in the 2009 Ford Escape. Unlike traditional cam phasing methods which typically use engine oil pressure to rotate the camshaft, BorgWarner's CTA technology captures th...

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