Toyota Boshoku Illinois, LLC (TBIL), a pioneer in global automotive interiors, proudly marks its 25th anniversary, commemorating a quarter-century of groundbreaking achievements, unwavering commitment to quality and enduring partnerships.

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Officials from Toyota Boshoku America (TBA), Toyota Boshoku Illinois (TBIL) and local government joined TBIL’s 25th Anniversary Celebration. (L-R, standing) Hidenori Ozaki, President & CEO, TBA; Scott Carpenter, Executive Vice President, TBA and Chairman of TBIL; Tim Walston, General Manager, TBIL; Masaaki Watanabe, Senior Vice President, TBA; (L-R, seated) Ron Waldrop, Mayor Pro-tempore, City of Lawrenceville, IL; Kenji Sugito, President, TBIL; Randy Prince, Senior Business Development Manager, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. (Photo: Business Wire)

Since production inception in 1999, TBIL and its parent company, Toyota Boshoku America, has transformed the landscape of automotive interiors, setting new benchmarks for innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Throughout its journey, TBIL has remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of possibility. From groundbreaking product launches to transformative initiatives, the company has consistently embraced change and adaptation, ensuring relevance in an ever-evolving market.

"At TBIL, our journey has been defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement," remarked Scott Carpenter, Chairman Toyota Boshoku Illinois. "As we celebrate this significant milestone, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued customers, community partners, suppliers and team members who have been integral to our success."

"The City of Lawrenceville appreciates the economic opportunity created by the presence of Toyota Boshoku,” stated Lawrenceville IL Mayor David Courtney. “We have always been thankful that Lawrenceville was chosen for this world-class facility. The City looks forward to a long working relationship and job creation that benefits our City of Lawrenceville residents. We are especially grateful for the contributions that the TBIL employees make to our community."

Looking ahead, TBIL remains committed to driving innovation, fostering growth, and making a positive impact on society. With a steadfast dedication to its core values and a vision for the future, the company is poised to continue its legacy of excellence for the next 25 years and beyond.

About Toyota Boshoku

Toyota Boshoku, one of the world’s premium interior systems suppliers and filter manufacturers, develops and produces interior, filtration, and powertrain components. With world headquarters in Kariya City, Japan, Toyota Boshoku Corporation owns Toyota Boshoku America, Inc. (TBA) based in Erlanger, Kentucky. TBA and its affiliates employ over 14,000 Team Members in 23 locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. TBA Group is a premier manufacturer of automotive interior systems, which include seat, door trim, headliner, substrate, and carpet in addition to air and oil filters for a variety of customers such as Toyota, BMW, and Subaru. For more information visit https://www.toyota-boshoku.com/us/.

Rich Norris – Vice President, Toyota Boshoku America, Inc. Rich.norris@toyota-boshoku.com 859-653-8362