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History

HL Uriman is pioneering innovation worldwide through profound insights and continuous challenges

Advancing into the future
Expanding Technology and Global Operations
2020s
  • 2023
    • Launched the Tire & Wheel Module business in Austin, Texas.
  • 2021
    • Expanded the Tire & Wheel Module business to Berlin, Germany.
    • Launched Parking Distance Control (PDC) products.
  • 2020
    • Joined the Alliance Warehouse Distributor buying group.
    • Launched the Damper Spring Module (DSM) business.
    • Launched Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) products.
Expanding into new businesses
Growing Our Module & Distribution Network
2010s
  • 2019
    • Expanded the Tire & Wheel Module business to Shanghai, China.
  • 2018
    • Launched the Warehouse Distributor (WD) business.
    • Joined the APSG network, expanding our WD business network.
  • 2017
    • Launched the Tire & Wheel Module business in Union City, California.
Beyond our core business
Expanding into New Opportunities
2000s
  • 2008
    • Became affiliated with Mando Corp. and Meister Inc. under Halla Business Group.
    • Entered the non-automotive sector by supplying fluid-end modules for offshore oil & gas drilling pumps.
  • 2007
    • Expanded A/C compressor remanufacturing programs with Hyundai Motor America and Kia Canada.
  • 2006
    • Recognized as a Valued Partner by Kia Motors America.
  • 2004
    • Expanded the KMA OES program to remanufactured A/C compressors.
  • 2003
    • Launched an OES remanufacturing program for alternators and starter motors with Kia Motors America (KMA).
Expanding our automotive business
Strengthening OEM & OES Capabilities
1990s
  • 1997
    • Became Mando Corp.'s exclusive distributor of automotive parts in the North American market.
  • 1994
    • Expanded the OES remanufacturing program to power rack & pinion products for HMA.
  • 1992
    • Joined the Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association (APRA).
    • Began supplying remanufactured alternators and starter motors to Hyundai Motor America (HMA).
The beginning of HL Uriman
Building Our Foundation in North America
1980s
  • 1983–1989
    • Expanded the OE business across automotive and industrial applications, including electrical, steering, brake, and suspension products.
  • 1989
    • Relocated to Garden Grove, California, expanding warehouse capacity.
  • 1988
    • Began supplying A/C dealer kits to Hyundai Motor America (HMA) on an OES basis.
  • 1983
    • Established in Hayward, California, to import and distribute automotive parts.
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