Astemo to Invest $11 Million in New Intake Manifold Line in Muncie, Indiana

Astemo plans to invest more than $11 million in its Muncie, Indiana manufacturing operations, adding injection molding capacity and a new assembly line for intake manifolds.

Parts for ICE and hybrid vehicles

The program includes the installation of additional injection molding capacity and a new assembly line for intake manifolds for both internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) applications. The new line is expected to go into production in March 2027 and will add up to nine new jobs within the next three years. The Muncie City Council approved a five-year tax abatement for the program.

Established in 1999, Astemo’s Muncie facility has approximately 188 employees. Astemo, headquartered in Tokyo, is a joint venture between Hitachi, Honda and JIC Capital.

Alejandro Navarro Lopez, vice president of operations at Astemo Americas said:

“We appreciate the support of the Economic Development Alliance and the Muncie community. This partnership reinforces Astemo’s commitment to investing in Muncie, supporting our employees and driving long-term growth.”

Traci Lutton, vice president of economic development for the Economic Development Alliance of Muncie-Delaware County said:

“Astemo’s decision to expand its Muncie operation speaks to the strength of this facility, its workforce and our community.”