History

2023

Expansion of further location in Espelkamp/Germany.

2022

Start of availability of shock absorbers under the TOKICO brand as well as parts under the NISSIN, SHOWA and KEIHIN brands from the IAM Europe warehouse.

2021

Company name change from Hitachi Automotive Systems Espelkamp GmbH to Hitachi Astemo Aftermarket Germany GmbH.
Expansion of further location in Espelkamp/Germany.
Introduction and expansion of the motorcycle parts business.

2020

40 years of the HÜCO product brand.

2018

Start of YouTube channel with installation manuals and tips.

2016

Hitachi listed in Atelio, E.T.A.I.
TecCom Connection.

2015

Company name change to Hitachi Automotive Systems Espelkamp GmbH.

2013 - 2014

Launch of Hitachi Brand in Europe with dedicated organization and warehouse.

2012

Hüco Automotive GmbH acquired by Hitachi group.

2011

Move into new premises in Espelkamp/Germany.
Launch of www.mein-autolexikon.de

2010

Membership in AAMPACT (formerly: VREI).

2009

Introduction of a new HÜCO 5-year Warranty.
Membership in GVA.
HÜCO listed in TecDoc.

1980

Hüco electronic GmbH founded as supplier for the automotive aftermarket.

1970

Hitachi, Ltd. started to Overseas Department to build closer relationships with overseas customers.

1964

Hitachi Ltd. establishes the Automotive Products Division.

1957

Keihin with the completion of plant facilities, began processing and repair of automobile parts.

1953

Established Nissin Kogyo in Chuo-ku, Tokyo for the purpose of making vehicle brake parts.

1950

Spin off from the Kameari Plant of Hitachi, Ltd. for the purpose of sales and service for automotive products, as Nikko Automobile Appliance Sales Co., Ltd. Start of aftermarket.

1946

Showa Manufacturing Co., Ltd., initiated the production of automobile components.

1930

Hitachi Ltd. advances into domestic production of automotive electric parts.