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This article showcases our top picks for the best Wisconsin based Automotive companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Automotive industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top Wisconsin Automotive Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
REV Group
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REV is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services.
Madison-Kipp
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Madison, Wis.-based maker of precision components and sub-assemblies for the automotive, leisure, and lawn and garden industries.
WOW Logistics
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WOW Logistics is a logistics company that provides multi-temperature warehousing services.
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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Wisconsin Department of Transportation is the transportation department of Wisconsin.
C-Motive Technologies
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C-Motive Technologies focuses on reinventing the electric motor.
Odyne Hybrid Systems
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Odyne Hybrid Systems make Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) systems for medium and heavy duty work trucks.
Clarios
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Clarios is an advanced energy storage solutions that develops, manufacture and distributes a portfolio of evolving battery technologies.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
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Harley-Davidson Motor Company manufactures heavyweight motorcycles and offers motorcycle parts, accessories, and other related services.
Erik Buell Racing
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Erik Buell Racing operates as a motorcycle company.
Rush Media Company
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Rush Media Company provides a production vehicle that fits the needs of its clients.
RockAuto, LLC
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RockAuto is an automotive company that ships and supplies auto parts and body parts.
Telematic
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Telematic is a smartphone app that’s like a fitbit for your car.
Modine Manufacturing Company
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Since 1916, Modine Manufacturing Company has applied innovative thermal technology to meet customer’s needs.
Snap-on
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Snap-on is a global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics, equipment, software and service.
Plexus Corporation
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Plexus uses unique Product Realization service model to transform your concepts into branded products and deliver to your target markets.
CarCareKiosk
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CarCareKiosk is a video car repair manual that provides free auto repair videos that are vehicle specific.
Curt Manufacturing
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A manufacturer, importer, and distributor of trailer hitches and towing accessories.
Nordco
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Nordco is a Milwaukee-based designer and provider of railroad maintenance-of-way equipment and repair partners.
Mecum Auctions
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The Mecum Auction Company is the world leader of collector car, vintage and antique motorcycle.
Neenah Foundry
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Neenah Enterprises, Inc. is one of the most comprehensive industrial and municipal manufacturers in the country.
Zimbrick Inc.
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Zimbrick is a car dealership that specializes in Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, and Chevrolet cars in Madison, Wisconsin.
Doheny Enterprises, Inc.
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Doheny’s is a leader in the pool supplies industry. Doheny’s started in 1967 in a garage and has been family-owned ever since.
KBX Logistics LLC
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KBX Logistics is a logistics company offering transportation and logistics services.
U.S. Venture, Inc.
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U.S. Venture, Inc is the distributor of energy, automotive and lubricant products in North America.
Strattec Security
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STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of the world’s largest producer of automotive locks and keys.
DealerFire Inc.
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DealerFire Inc is a custom automotive web design and digital marketing firm that has been providing leading internet solutions and direct.
Ewald Automotive Group
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Ewald Automotive Group is a new and used car dealer.
Oshkosh Defense
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Oshkosh Defense delivers leading-edge tactical wheeled vehicles and life cycle sustainment services
PDQ Manufacturing
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PDQ Manufacturing is a leading supplier of automatic car wash equipment, ancillary equipment for the car wash industry.
Lakeland Supply, Inc. / An ISO 9001 Certified Company
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Lakeland Supply is a packaging company specializing in packaging, paper, janitorial, safety, fasteners, and food service supplies.
Roehl Transport
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Roehl Transport is an American trucking company
WEL Companies, Inc
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WEL Companies is a transportation company providing temperature-controlled warehouse and transportation services.
Hydrite Chemical
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Hydrite Chemical is a company specializing in industrial chemical distribution.
Wells Vehicle Electronics
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Wells Vehicle Electronics is an automotive company that manufactures advanced OE and aftermarket parts.
Super Products LLC
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Super Products is an automotive company that manufactures industrial vacuum trucks manufacturing.
Milsco Manufacturing
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Milsco Manufacturing is an automotive company providing seating solutions.
Boucher Automotive Group
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Boucher Automotive Group is a car dealership that specializes in Kia, Ford, Chevrolet, and Nissan vehicles in Milwaukee and Madison, WI.
SL INDUSTRIES – Montevideo Technology Inc.
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SL INDUSTRIES – Montevideo Technology Inc. is an aviation & aerospace firm dealing in motor technology.
Donohue & Associates, Inc.
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Donohue & Associates is a civil engineering company specializing in drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation services.
Pomp’s Tire Service
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Pomp’s has been providing tires and service to satisfied customers throughout the Midwest.
Blast Cleaning Technologies, a Division of Metcast Service Tech Resources
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Blast Cleaning Technologies is a machinery company providing shot blast parts, blast wheels, and wheel blast equipment.
Rotary Lift
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Rotary is the leading brand of vehicle lifts and wheel service equipment in North America.
Burlington Rv Superstore Inc.
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Burlington RV is a second generation RV dealership that was founded in 1963 as Burlington Camping and LP Gas Service.
Vintage Parts
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Vintage Parts is your partner of choice for obtaining OEM obsolete and slow-moving service parts for your customers.
Amerhart Ltd
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Amerhart Ltd is a building materials company specializing in wholesale distribution and logistics services.
RB Royal Industries, Inc.
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RB Royal Industries is an automotive company providing fluid transfer solutions.
Airworthy Aerospace Industries Incorporated
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Airworthy Aerospace Industries Incorporated is an aviation company specializing in plastics, seat repair, and overhaul services.
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co., Inc.
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Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co., Inc. is a provider of aluminum and copper based alloy castings for the automotive industry.
Velvac Holdings
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Velvac is a leading manufacturer and supplier of exterior mirror and vision systems and other component parts for the truck
Jagemann Stamping Company
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Jagemann Stamping Company is recognized worldwide as a leading manufacturer of deep drawn, progressive metal, and fine blank stampings.
Full Throttle Technologies
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Full Throttle Technologies is a platform that primarily focuses on offering a wide range of automotive data solutions to its clientele.
Gruber Law Offices
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Gruber Law Offices offers legal expertise in personal injury, accidents, drugs and medical devices with trustworthy and honest approach.
E. C. Styberg Engineering Company
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E. C. Styberg Engineering Company is a manufacturing firm mainly specializes in contract metal manufacturing service.
Ray Industries
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A Waukesha, Wisc.-based precision parts and components manufacturer utilizing roll-threading technology
International Autos Group
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International Autos Group is a car dealership located in West Allis, Wisconsin.
HB Performance Systems
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HB Performance Systems Inc a braking systems maker.
Schlossmann Auto Group
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Schlossmann Auto Group is a car dealership located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Complete Control, Inc
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Complete Control, Inc is an air conditioner repair service provider and HVAC contractor in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
Straight Shot Express
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Straight Shot Express is a transportation company providing emergency delivery services.
Communication Logistics, Inc.
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Communication Logistics is a marketing and advertising company offering digital marketing and data leveraging solutions.
Seagrave Fire Apparatus
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Seagrave Fire Apparatus is a manufacturer of fire apparatus in North America, was founded in 1881 in Detroit, Michigan, & moved to Columbus.
Leer, Inc.
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Leer is a construction company specializing in refrigerated transportation and cooling application services.
Precision Door Service
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Precision Door Service is a consumer services company offering garage doors, openers, and repair services.
Appleton
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A Neenah, Wis.-based provider of core cutters and related core processing and handling solutions.
Badger Truck Center
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Badger Truck Center is a commercial truck center that can provide all your truck needs from sales to service and parts.
Intertractor America Corporation
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Intertractor America Corporation is a machinery company offering poly tracks and undercarriage spare parts.
Calibre, Inc.
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Calibre is an automotive company that provides painted, finished parts and supply chain solutions.
Stanek Tool Corporation
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Stanek Tool provides Custom Mold Solutions and Precision Machining, for aerospace, automotive, construction and other industries.
JBM Patrol & Protection Corp.
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JBM Patrol & Protection Corp. is a security and investigations company specializing in vehicle patrol and armed protective services.
Broadway Automotive
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Broadway Automotive is a car dealership located in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Etereman
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Etereman is an automotive company specializing in remanufacturing.
Russ Darrow
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Russ Darrow Group serves the Wisconsin area by representing many major car manufacturers as a car dealer.
WISCO
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The mission to save member dealers money through group purchases and to return any year-end earnings .
Vehicle Service Pros
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Vehicle Service Pros provides vehicle, collision repair and training services as well as offers automotive aftermarket information and news.
Walker Forge, Inc.
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Walker Forge, Inc. is an automotive company specializing in steel forging.
Holiday Automotive
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Holiday Automotive is a car dealership located in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin.
R & L Spring
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R & L Spring is a manufacturer that supplies precision springs, rings, micro coiling, wireforms, fourslide components and accessories.
Midwest Manufacturing
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Midwest Manufacturing supplies automotive, construction and building material products.
Northwest Petroleum Service
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Northwest Petroleum is a provider of petroleum equipment installation, sales and repair services.
Badger Chevrolet Buick
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Badger Chevrolet Buick is provides chevrolet auto repair service, and Buick, Chevrolet auto parts accessories.
Esker Technologies
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Esker Technologies is focused on the research and development digital communication and control technology for users of DC voltage systems.
OPTIMA Batteries
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OPTIMA Batteries is a manufacturer and distributor of automotive batteries.
Charter Automotive
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Charter Automotive is a provider of engineered components and assemblies for the automotive industry.
Wisconsin Metal Parts
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Wisconsin Metal Parts Quality manufacturer of CNC machined parts, sheet metal fabricating, and prototype metal stampings.
Adams & Associates
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Adams & Associates is providing insurance claims adjustment and consultancy services for cargo, automotive & health care industries.
Road-iQ
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Road-iQ provides advanced vision systems for commercial and recreational vehicle fleet management, communications, and safety.
Harker Heating & Cooling, Inc.
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Harker Heating & Cooling, Inc is a Furnace repair service in the Dane County, Wisconsin.
Berlon
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Berlon manufacturers durable buckets and attachments for skid steers, tractor loaders, compact tractors, wheel loaders and tele-handlers.
Wheel and Sprocket
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Wheel & Sprocket is a full-service bike shop.
Wilde East Towne Honda
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Wilde East Towne Honda is a car dealership specializing in Honda vehicles Madison, WI.
Quick Fuel Services
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Quick Fuel Services, a pioneer in the cardlock industry.
Orchid
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Orchid Monroe is a North American supplier of components and assemblies for motors, generators and transformers.
WebTronics Store
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WebTronics Store is an online marketplace that provides radar detectors, walkie-talkies, police scanners, and marine radios.
Dyne Systems
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Dyne Systems is a manufacturer of Eddy Current & AC dynamometers; Data Acquisition & Control Systems; turn key test cell solutions & more.
Gandrud Chevrolet
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Gandrud Chevrolet, Nissan, Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep is an automotive company that offers new cars, used cars and repair services.
Muth Mirror Systems
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Muth Mirror Systems, a family-owned firm that makes displays for automotive mirrors, takes pride in our integrity, and safety products.
Datatrac
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Datatrac provides interest rate, financial, automotive, and aircraft & boat services.
