Auto industry links to suburbs

Problems with automakers could also affect their suppliers. Here are some manufacturers in our suburbs that make or supply parts built into new vehicles.

Littelfuse Inc., Des Plaines

Makes devices, including components that protect electronic circuits

Navistar International Corp., Warrenville

Makes engines

SPX Filtran, Des Plaines

Makes filtration systems

Senior Automotive, Bartlett

Produces exhaust products, high-pressure diesel fuel tubes, water tubes, turbo oil drain lines, piston cooling jets

Commercial Cam, Wheeling

Makes motion control components

Questek Manufacturing Corp., Elgin

Makes automotive controls and electromechanical assemblies

Elsewhere:

Borg-Warner, Frankfort/Bellwood

Makes automotive and transmission systems

ITW Delpro, Tinley Park

Makes motion control products, battery indicators

Brad Foote Gear Works, Cicero

Makes precision gear parts

Principal Manufacturing Corp., Broadview

Makes plastic moldings

Sources: Illinois Manufacturers' Association, Illinois Business and Industry Services