Hitachi merges 2 units in U.S.
TOKYO -- Hitachi Automotive Products (USA) Inc. has merged its two subsidiaries, Unisia of Georgia Corp. and Tokico (U.S.A.) Inc., into one operation.
The new company, Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas Inc., consolidates manufacturing, production technology, quality control and procurement functions. It will seek to expand in Central and South America.
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, of Harrodsburg, Ky., makes engine management systems, electric powertrain components and vehicle information systems.