Vehicle Safety Manufacturing (VSM) announced the acquisition of the turn signal switch product line from Grote Industries.
The assets and manufacturing lines of the turn signal switch are being relocated from Grote Industries Inc. in Madison, Indiana, to VSM’s manufacturing facility in Newark, New Jersey.
VSM, an ISO 14001 and TS 16949 certified organization, manufactures heavy-duty turn signal switches, lighting products and safety components for OEMs and aftermarket customers.
“The combination of these product lines allows VSM to expand its roster of the leading OE customers, as well as expand our reach to many new customers. The responsibility of being the most dominant U.S. manufacturer of turn signal switches for the heavy-duty truck market is one we take very seriously. We expect that our enhanced scale and renewed commitment to product development will enable us to provide our customers with innovative new products over the coming years. Our experienced team is totally committed to making the integration of the Grote product line a smooth transition for our customers,” said Jim Pineau, CEO of VSM and Rostra, a manufacturer of lighting accessories, aftermarket cruise control systems and more.
