Dauch Corporation (formerly American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.) is a premier global Tier 1 automotive supplier that develops and manufactures driveline and metal-formed products. The company operates through two primary segments: Driveline and Metal Forming. The Driveline segment produces front and rear axles, driveshafts, differential assemblies, clutch modules, and electric/hybrid driveline systems. The Metal Forming segment manufactures engine, transmission, and driveline components such as axle and transmission shafts, ring and pinion gears, and connecting rods. Historically, General Motors has been Dauch's largest customer, accounting for a significant portion of its net sales. In February 2026, the company completed the transformational acquisition of Dowlais Group plc, which included GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, significantly expanding its global scale, customer base, and technology portfolio. Following the acquisition, Dauch operates over 175 facilities across 24 countries, providing a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports internal combustion, hybrid, and fully electric vehicles.
