Industry Focus

Automotive Suppliers

M&A advisory for automotive supply chain companies. Components, systems, and tier suppliers.

Automotive Suppliers sector expertise

focus

  • Automotive component manufacturing
  • Systems and module assembly
  • Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers
  • Aftermarket parts production
  • Specialized automotive tooling
  • Electric vehicle components

What buyers value

  • OEM customer relationships and programs
  • Technical capabilities and certifications (IATF 16949)
  • Product development capabilities
  • Production capacity and automation
  • Global footprint and near-sourcing
  • EV and future mobility exposure

Typical buyer profiles

Larger tier suppliers

Tier 1 suppliers seeking vertical integration or product line expansion

Automotive-focused PE

Private equity funds building automotive supplier platforms

Global suppliers

International suppliers entering German market or expanding European footprint

Valuation drivers

EBITDA multiples

4-7x

Traditional automotive suppliers, higher for EV/technology content

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Common challenges we solve

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Recent transaction

Automotive Plastic Components Supplier

Baden-Württemberg · €22m revenue · 120 employees
Closed 2023
Challenge

Heavy exposure to combustion engine platforms, concern about EV transition impact

Solution

Highlighted EV program wins, material expertise transferable to battery systems

Outcome

Sold to international Tier 1 at 5.5x EBITDA, integrated into EV components division

Ready to discuss selling your automotive suppliers?

Let's explore how we can help you achieve the best outcome