MAHLE GmbH is a leading German supplier in the global automotive industry, headquartered in Stuttgart. The company’s origins date back to 1920, when Hermann Mahle joined Hellmuth Hirth’s workshop. This collaboration laid the foundation for a business that quickly expanded in the rapidly growing automotive sector. In 1924, a major merger with Chemische Fabrik Griesheim-Elektron further strengthened its technological capabilities. The company officially adopted the name MAHLE KG in 1938.

Over the following decades, the company grew into a global player with a strong presence on every continent. With more than 160 locations in over 30 countries and around 72,000 employees (as of 2022), it ranks among the largest suppliers in the industry. Twelve major research and development centers operate in countries including Germany, the UK, the USA, Brazil, Japan, China, and India. These R&D centers are essential for maintaining technological leadership in a rapidly evolving market.

MAHLE’s core business is the development and production of high-quality components and complete systems for engines, transmissions, and powertrains. Efficiency plays a central role—for both combustion engines and electric mobility solutions. Through continuous investment in innovation, the company meets increasingly strict environmental regulations and the evolving demands of the mobility sector. This includes technologies for thermal management, air filtration, and electric motors.

With over a century of experience, the company combines industrial tradition with a forward-looking vision. Its focus on sustainability, innovation, and global collaboration allows the brand to play a key role in the transition to cleaner and more efficient mobility solutions in the decades to come.