Honda supplier Topre to invest $140mn in US for new plant, upgrades

Move comes as Japanese automakers boost output of hybrid vehicles Japan-based Topre plans to reinforce production capabilities in the U.S. (Topre)

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November 14, 2026 04:57 JST

TOKYO -- Japanese pressed parts manufacturer Topre will spend $140 million to build a factory in the U.S. state of Alabama and upgrade a plant in Tennessee as its automaking customers prepare to ramp up output.

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