Valeo is a Tier One automotive supplier that specializes in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), interior, lighting, power train and thermal management systems. The $17 billion French company operates 184 plants in 31 countries around the world that support both traditional automakers and startups.

Every motorist uses rearview mirrors whenever they get behind the wheel. In fact, most people look at them every few seconds as they drive. However, few ever give those ubiquitous devices much thought.

GRIFFIN, GA — Mitsui Kinzoku Die-Casting Technology America, Inc., a Japanese-based automotive parts manufacturer, will build a $20 million manufacturing facility here. The project is expected to create more than 30 new jobs.

DETROIT—Rebounding car sales should be good news for everyone. But fast growth in the automotive industry is creating an enormous set of new pressures on the consummate players behind the scenes: parts makers.

CLARKSTON, MI—Magneti Marelli has opened a new exhaust system manufacturing plant here that will assemble products for Fiat Chrysler vehicles.

NEW BOSTON, MI—Brose North America’s new 380,000-square-foot factory here will produce door modules, latch modules and seat structures.