Topre, a major auto parts maker, will build a new plant in Alabama and invest approximately $140 million to expand its existing production lines. The investment will support increased hybrid vehicle production by Honda and other automakers.
Topre will establish a new plant in Alabama while also expanding its existing production lines. Total investment will be approximately $140 million (approximately ¥22 billion), with operations targeted to start by the end of fiscal 2028.
At the new plant, Topre plans to establish an integrated production system spanning steel-sheet stamping through the production of unit parts assembled from stamped components. Construction is expected to begin in early 2027.
The existing plant in Tennessee will add stamping presses to increase production capacity.
The company aims to strengthen its supply system by supporting increased hybrid vehicle production by customers including Honda.