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Dayton Ignites the Automotive Industry

Just down the freeway from Detroit lies a community of companies vital to the success story that is American automobiles. Dayton’s ties to the automotive industry date back to the days when Charles Kettering sparked an evolution in the motor car’s design with his electric car starter. The region’s involvement has expanded to include parts manufacturing, assembly, research and development, and much more.

Keeping the Wheels Turning

Across greater Dayton, you’ll find a deep investment in automotive excellence other communities cannot match. From a focus on safety glass at Fuyao Glass America to engineering expertise in antilock braking systems at ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio, Inc., the Gem City delivers critical components for the world’s leading automobile companies.

Seeing Things Clearly

“Safety first” is a key tenet on which Dayton automotive companies rely. From innovations in disc brake calibers and clean air and ride performance products to safety glass for all the world’s leading car companies, Dayton has the talent and vision to deliver high-quality, reliable and innovative automotive components. Discovering the Possibilities The world’s largest automotive manufacturers rely on Dayton companies to be successful. Not only does the greater Dayton area offer more than 100 businesses that bring innovation to cars and trucks, it also provides skilled, knowledgeable employees to help your company succeed, just like they have for the businesses listed below.

Fuyao Glass America, Inc.

Fuyao Glass America Inc. is the world’s largest automotive glass fabrication and value-added assembly facility, with great products and a strong market position worldwide. The Fuyao plant produces aminated and tempered automotive safety glass and supplies the world’s top automotive brands.

Fuyao Glass America showfloor
DMAX, Ltd.

Established in 1998, DMAX, Ltd., is a joint venture between General Motors Company and Isuzu Diesel Services of America, Inc. They manufacture award-winning diesel engines for several of GM’s popular heavy-duty trucks in the 584,000-square-foot DMAX plant.

MAHLE Behr Dayton, LLC

Their inspiring solutions offer innovative mobility products that stand for clean air, fuel efficiency and driving pleasure. They deliver products for the entire powertrain, regardless of whether the vehicle is driven by a combustion engine, battery or fuel cell.

Tenneco

Tenneco is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of clean air and ride performance products for automotive, commercial truck and off-highway, and large engine markets and the aftermarket. They are a global manufacturing company pioneering global ideas for cleaner air and smoother, quieter and safer transportation.

ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio, Inc.

ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio excels in automotive component parts manufacturing, producing disc brake calipers and antilock braking system (ABS) control modular units for passenger cars and lightweight trucks. These parts are provided for more than 20 different vehicles of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers.

Fuyao Glass America Inc. is the world’s largest automotive glass fabrication and value-added assembly facility, with great products and a strong market position worldwide. The Fuyao plant produces aminated and tempered automotive safety glass and supplies the world’s top automotive brands.

Fuyao Glass America showfloor

Established in 1998, DMAX, Ltd., is a joint venture between General Motors Company and Isuzu Diesel Services of America, Inc. They manufacture award-winning diesel engines for several of GM’s popular heavy-duty trucks in the 584,000-square-foot DMAX plant.

Their inspiring solutions offer innovative mobility products that stand for clean air, fuel efficiency and driving pleasure. They deliver products for the entire powertrain, regardless of whether the vehicle is driven by a combustion engine, battery or fuel cell.

Tenneco is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of clean air and ride performance products for automotive, commercial truck and off-highway, and large engine markets and the aftermarket. They are a global manufacturing company pioneering global ideas for cleaner air and smoother, quieter and safer transportation.

ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio excels in automotive component parts manufacturing, producing disc brake calipers and antilock braking system (ABS) control modular units for passenger cars and lightweight trucks. These parts are provided for more than 20 different vehicles of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers.

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