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About Valeo: A Century of Automotive Innovation
Few names in the automotive supply world carry as much history and technical credibility as Valeo. Founded in 1923 in Saint-Ouen, France, the company began as Société Anonyme Française du Ferodo, focused initially on friction materials for brakes and clutches. Over the following decades it grew through strategic acquisitions and relentless innovation, absorbing celebrated French automotive brands and broadening its portfolio across electrical systems, lighting, thermal management, and driver assistance technology.
In 1980, the group consolidated under the Valeo name — derived from the Latin phrase meaning "I am well" — signaling its evolution into a unified, globally competitive force. Today, Valeo operates in 29 countries with over 180 production sites and more than 60 R&D centers, supplying original equipment to virtually every major automaker on the planet. The company has consistently ranked among France's top patent filers, reflecting a culture of engineering ingenuity that spans everything from mass-market Stop-Start systems to cutting-edge LiDAR sensors for autonomous vehicles.
What sets Valeo apart in the aftermarket is the direct link between its OE manufacturing expertise and its replacement parts. When you install a Valeo component, you are often fitting the same part — or one engineered to identical specifications — as the one that left the factory with the vehicle. That OEM-grade pedigree gives technicians and enthusiasts alike a level of confidence that is hard to match.
Valeo's Top Product Categories
Valeo's aftermarket lineup is broad, but three categories stand out for their depth, heritage, and performance reputation.
Transmission & Drivetrain: Valeo's history with clutch technology stretches back to the very earliest days of the company, rooted in its deep expertise with friction materials. Today, Valeo Clutch Kits are engineered to deliver smooth, durable engagement across a wide range of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Complete kits — including clutch disc, pressure plate, and release bearing — are precision-matched to OEM tolerances, making them a go-to choice for professional installers and DIY mechanics alike.
Electrical Systems: As one of the world's largest producers of automotive electrical components, Valeo brings serious manufacturing scale to the replacement market. Valeo Starter Motors are built to meet or exceed original equipment standards for cranking performance and longevity, backed by the same engineering that supplies starter and alternator units to automakers at a rate of over 100,000 units per day worldwide.
Wiper Systems: Valeo has been manufacturing windshield wiper systems since the 1960s, and that decades-long focus shows in the quality of their blades. Valeo Windshield Wiper Blades are available in multiple series — from conventional designs to flat beam blades — and are produced from natural rubber with specialized coatings engineered to resist freezing, clear debris effectively, and deliver streak-free visibility in demanding weather conditions.
Why Choose Valeo?
- Over 100 years of continuous automotive manufacturing experience
- OEM supplier to major global automakers — parts often match factory-installed components
- Broad product coverage spanning powertrain, electrical, thermal, and wiper systems
- Consistent investment in R&D, with a robust patent portfolio and ongoing innovation in electrification and driver assistance
- Aftermarket warranty coverage on key product lines for added peace of mind