History of Somic America

The World’s Leader in Steering Components

For more than 30 years, Somic America has produced quality components for the North American and South American automotive markets, providing manufacturers with local sourcing and a connection to the exceptional capabilities and performance commitment of Somic Ishikawa.  

Somic America History Timeline

In working toward our vision of a more prosperous future for all.

1

1989

BAC was established as a Joint Venture of Somic Ishikawa & Lemforder (Ball Joint, Stabi, and Tie Rod End machining and assembly)

1990-2000

Established North America sales with Toyota, CAMI, Izuzu, Subaru, and Honda.

2
3

2000

Wytheville Technologies, Inc. was established in Wytheville, VA (Plating, Ball Stud Machining, U-Bolt) Attained QS-9000 Certification

2005

Attained ISO 14001 Certification.

4
5

2006

Attained TS 16949 Certification.

2010

BAC and WTI formally merged as Somic America, Inc.

6
7

2011

Established front and rear suspension arm sales, and established rotary damper sales for tailgate and seat applications.

2011

Earned first of many Toyota Excellent Quality Award.

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9

2013

Earned Toyota Excellent Quality Award, and Flex N Gate Supplier of the Year.

2014

Earned Toyota Excellent Quality Award, OSHA SHARP Certification, and Honda Excellence in Delivery Award.

10
11

2015

Earned Toyota Superior Quality Award, and Honda Excellence in Quality and Delivery Award.

2023

Toyota Superior Quality Award

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13

2024-Present

Somic America’s future is bright, as we continue to invest in new business acquisition, vertical integration investment and our recent expansion of our Wytheville, VA facility poises Somic America for continued success.

1989

BAC was established as a Joint Venture of Somic Ishikawa & Lemforder (Ball Joint, Stabi, and Tie Rod End machining and assembly)

1990-2000

Established North America sales with Toyota, CAMI, Izuzu, Subaru, and Honda.

2000

Wytheville Technologies, Inc. was established in Wytheville, VA (Plating, Ball Stud Machining, U-Bolt) Attained QS-9000 Certification

2005

Attained ISO 14001 Certification.

2006

Attained TS 16949 Certification.

2010

BAC and WTI formally merged as Somic America, Inc.

2011

Established front and rear suspension arm sales, and established rotary damper sales for tailgate and seat applications.

2012

Earned first of many Toyota Excellent Quality Award.

2013

Earned Toyota Excellent Quality Award, and Flex N Gate Supplier of the Year.

2014

Earned Toyota Excellent Quality Award, OSHA SHARP Certification, and Honda Excellence in Delivery Award.

2015

Earned Toyota Superior Quality Award, and Honda Excellence in Quality and Delivery Award.

2023

Superior Quality Award

2024-Present

Somic America’s future is bright, as we continue to invest in new business acquisition, vertical integration investment and our recent expansion of our Wytheville, VA facility poises Somic America for continued success.