Auto supplier Topre America expands in Tennessee

Topre America officials announced today the company will invest $53.3 million to build a new auto parts manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tenn., and add 100 jobs.
Topre America officials announced today the company will invest $53.3 million to build a new auto parts manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tenn., and add 100 jobs.

Topre America officials announced Wednesday the company will invest $53.3 million to build a new auto parts manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tenn., and add 100 jobs.

The company will expand on its current operations based inside Nissan's Smyrna plant, according to the state Department of Economic and Community Development. The expansion will allow the automotive parts manufacturer to increase production efficiency.

"Today's announcement speaks volumes about the state's talented workforce and their commitment to craftsmanship, and these new jobs support our goal of becoming the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs," said Gov. Bill Haslam in a statement.

Topre America provides automotive stamping and assemblies for body structures for Nissan, Honda and Toyota.

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