EV Suppliers

Hirschvogel Group (founded 1938) is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of forged and machined steel and aluminum components for the automotive industry. With eight production sites in Europe, Asia and the Americas, Hirschvogel provides global OEMs with innovative, lightweight powertrain solutions. Its IATF 16949-certified processes ensure high precision and reliability, making it a trusted supplier of rotor shafts for EV motors.

Tekfor Group (Neumayer Tekfor GmbH, founded 1942) is a German Tier-1 supplier of metal-formed driveline and e-mobility components. Headquartered in Hausach, Tekfor operates eight global sites with 2,100+ employees (Europe and Americas). It specializes in forging, stamping and machining of critical shafts and fasteners for EV powertrains, backed by IATF 16949-certified quality management.

Ellwood Group Inc. (founded 1910) is a US heavy forging and foundry company producing large-diameter shafts and motor/generator components. It holds ISO/TS 16949 certification and can forge shafts up to 18" diameter and 168" length. With ~1,500 employees (10,001+ worldwide) and $250M annual sales, Ellwood supports high-volume production for OEMs requiring robust, precision shafts.

ThyssenKrupp is a global industrial group and Tier-1 automotive supplier. Its Automotive Technology division produces hollow rotor shafts and other drive components for EV motors. Since 2013, Thyssenkrupp has manufactured rotor shafts in Chemnitz and Ilsenburg (Germany) and expanded production to Changzhou (China) and Querétaro (Mexico). Its innovative shaft designs enable integrated cooling and high rigidity, meeting IATF 16949 standards for major OEM vehicles.

Mubea (Muhr und Bender KG) is a family-run German supplier of lightweight automotive components. Founded in 1916, Mubea produces tubular drive shafts and springs by combining tube manufacturing with cold extrusion, precision forging and machining. Its tubular shafts are used in hybrid and electric vehicle drivetrains. With ~1,300 employees and IATF 16949 certification, Mubea offers high-volume series production and innovative light-weight solutions.

REICH GmbH (formerly Erdrich Umformtechnik) is a German supplier of rotor shafts and transmission parts for automotive motors. As of 2023 it produces EV rotor shafts in Germany and the US (Arden, NC). Reich offers IATF 16949-certified production for batch sizes from prototypes to one million units, using specialized forging and machining of high-alloy materials.

American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) is a US Tier-1 drivetrain supplier that includes e-mobility drive units and precision-forging capabilities. Headquartered in Detroit, AAM operates 75 facilities in 16 countries. Its IATF 16949-certified operations deliver integrated electric powertrain solutions and metal-formed components for OEMs worldwide, leveraging vertical integration (forging to assembly) and a broad global footprint.

Bharat Forge Limited is a leading Indian forging company serving global OEMs in automotive and other industries. Its Pune-based plant produces a wide range of forged powertrain components (crankshafts, gears, shafts) using advanced metallurgy. An IATF 16949-certified supplier, Bharat Forge emphasizes high-volume production and innovation in lightweight solutions. With ~17,000 employees, its scale and R&D expertise give OEMs confidence in its capabilities.

ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG (founded 1708) is a German industrial group specializing in steel casting and forging. Its Drive Technology division produces gearboxes, winches and direct-drive electric motor components. ZOLLERN is IATF 16949-certified and offers integrated casting+forging+machining solutions for automotive and industrial customers. With ~1,000 employees in Germany and subsidiaries worldwide, ZOLLERN delivers high-quality forged parts tailored to customer requirements.

Linamar Corporation is a global manufacturing powerhouse specializing in precision machined components and systems for automotive, commercial vehicle, and industrial markets. Founded in 1966, this Canadian enterprise has grown to operate 60 manufacturing facilities across 17 countries with over 25,000 employees. Their comprehensive capabilities span from concept development to final assembly, offering customers integrated manufacturing solutions that optimize performance and cost-efficiency. Linamars proprietary production technologies and vertical integration enable them to maintain exceptional quality control while achieving economies of scale. Their commitment to innovation is evident through continuous investments in electrification technologies, advanced materials, and Industry 4.0 manufacturing processes. With a customer-centric approach and proven track record of operational excellence, Linamar has established itself as a preferred supplier to major global OEMs seeking reliable precision components.