Verified Sep 2026
Lighting
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Madison, Indiana
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Since 1901
Grote Industries manufactures vehicle lighting and safety systems from Madison, Indiana. Founded in 1901, the family-owned company operates with 500-1,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250-500M. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable-energy industries across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Grote Industries at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Global · company-reported
Founded
1901
125 years in 2026 · family-owned
Headquarters
Madison, Indiana
2600 Lanier Drive
Ownership
Family-owned
Grote family · since 1901
Certifications
IATF 16949
Multi-site · claimed
Import activity
1540
US import shipments on record
Known customers
Ford Q1 supplier
Ford Q1 status since 2003
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1540
Named foreign suppliers
6
Top origins
China · Taiwan · Thailand · Hong Kong
Most recent shipment
Sep 14, 2026
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Grote Industries.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 1,540 total shipments, sourced primarily from China (783 shipments) and Taiwan (697 shipments), with top supplier Keyway in Taiwan accounting for 482 shipments.
The company produces LED and traditional lighting solutions, wiring systems, connectors, and reflective safety components for heavy-duty trucks, emergency vehicles, and military applications.
Family-owned for over 125 years, Grote maintains manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Sep 29, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
125 years in operation (founded 1901).
1,540 US import shipments on record.
Multi-site IATF 16949 quality systems in current cycles, and Ford Q1 Preferred Quality Status held since 2003.
Overview
Grote Industries manufactures vehicle lighting and safety systems from Madison, Indiana. Founded in 1901, the family-owned company operates with 500-1,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250-500M. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable-energy industries across North America, Europe, and Asia.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1901 |
Headquarters | Madison, Indiana |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Lighting |
What Grote Industries makes
The company produces LED and traditional lighting solutions, wiring systems, connectors, and reflective safety components for heavy-duty trucks, emergency vehicles, and military applications.
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 1,540 total shipments, sourced primarily from China (783 shipments) and Taiwan (697 shipments), with top supplier Keyway in Taiwan accounting for 482 shipments. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1540 inbound shipments across 6 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Taiwan · Thailand · Hong Kong.
Company details
Family-owned for over 125 years, Grote maintains manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. Grote Industries was founded in 1901, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Madison, Indiana. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 125 years in operation (founded 1901). 1,540 US import shipments on record.
Frequently asked questions
What does Grote Industries make?
Grote Industries manufactures vehicle lighting and safety systems from Madison, Indiana. Founded in 1901, the family-owned company operates with 500-1,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250-500M. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable-energy industries across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Where is Grote Industries headquartered?
Grote Industries is headquartered in Madison, Indiana (2600 Lanier Dr, Madison, Indiana, 47250).
When was Grote Industries founded?
Grote Industries was founded in 1901.
How big is Grote Industries?
Grote Industries has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
Does Grote Industries import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1540 inbound shipments for Grote Industries, with top origins including China · Taiwan · Thailand · Hong Kong.
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Latest news
Aug 2026
Grote appointed Patrick Smith as Vice President of North American Operations and a member of the Executive Leadership Team; Smith previously led operations at Vibracoustic, a Freudenberg company (company announcement).
Apr 2026
Grote promoted Josh Wilber to Vice President of Human Resources as part of a global leadership expansion tied to its 125th anniversary, supporting a workforce of more than 1,600 across five countries (trade press).
Mar 2026
Grote Industries marked its 125th anniversary, tracing a lineage of industry firsts from the 1929 retro-reflective reflector through the 1989 LED marker light to its 4SEE smart-trailer system (company announcement).
Updated Sep 27, 2026
Leadership
Patrick Smith
VP, North American Operations
Bill Grote
Chairman of the Board
Location & contact
Phone
+1 812-273-1296
Certification
IATF 16949
Automotive quality management (IATF 16949), environmental management (ISO 14001), accredited test lab (ISO/IEC 17025)
Grote Electronics IATF 16949 Sep 2024 - Sep 2027
Inside the facility
Photos and video: grote.com
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