Automotive Components Suppliers in Germany

Fondium is a leading European specialist for chassis and powertrain components in iron casting, created from the former iron foundry group of Georg Fischer AG. With expertise spanning over 200 years, Fondium combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver premium iron castings for the automotive industry. The company operates advanced production facilities with over 1,800 employees across three plants in Germany, producing more than 200,000 tons of castings annually. Fondiums commitment to innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence makes them a preferred partner for demanding automotive applications requiring structural integrity and precise engineering.

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.

KSM Castings Group is a leading international manufacturer of lightweight automotive components with over 70 years of experience in non-ferrous metal casting and machining. As part of the CITIC Dicastal Group, they combine German engineering expertise with global manufacturing capabilities to deliver innovative aluminum and magnesium solutions for chassis, powertrain, and body applications. KSMs comprehensive process chain includes development support, simulation, casting, machining, heat treatment, and assembly, providing customers with complete manufacturing solutions. Their technical competencies span high-pressure die casting, low-pressure die casting, and gravity casting, enabling complex components with optimized mechanical properties. KSMs commitment to technology leadership, operational excellence, and sustainability has established them as a strategic development partner for automotive OEMs seeking to reduce vehicle weight, improve fuel efficiency, and enhance performance through advanced lightweight components.

Schaeffler AG is a global German manufacturer of rolling-element bearings and precision components for automotive and industrial applications. With brands INA/FAG/LuK, founded 1946, it supplies OEMs worldwide with engineered solutions (from engine to EV drivetrains). Schaeffler’s extensive automotive heritage, large R&D and IATF-certified production make it a trusted partner for high-performance bearings and systems.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Albert Handtmann Metallgusswerk specializes in light metal casting solutions for the automotive industry, including components for electric vehicles. Their lightweight aluminum and magnesium casting solutions contribute to efficiency, weight reduction, and sustainability in modern EVs. Handtmann is a global leader with production facilities supporting multiple continents.

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.