Smyrna Auto Supplier Announces $25M Expansion

SMYRNA, TN — The North American arm of France-based automotive supplier Valeo announced a $25 million expansion to its Smyrna facility, adding 80 new jobs.

Valeo focuses on smart-driving technology and products that help reduce CO2 emissions. The company has 166 plants, 20 research centers, 38 development centers and 15 distribution platforms, employing 100,900 people in 32 countries. (For more updates on this story and free news alerts for your neighborhood, sign up for your local Middle Tennessee Patch morning newsletter.)

The expansion will add 130,000 square feet to the Smyrna plant, where Valeo will manufacture front-end modules, grill shutters and eventually HVAC products.

“We are thrilled that Valeo continues to add commerce and opportunity to the town of Smyrna,” Smyrna Mayor Mary Esther Reed said in a statement. “We congratulate Valeo on its expansion and wish this great corporate partner many more years of continued success.”

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