John W. Carter

Johnson Controls, Inc. operates as a global diversified technology and industrial business. The firm operates through the following segments: Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions. The Building Efficiency segment engages in designing, producing, marketing and installing integrated heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, building management systems, controls, security and mechanical equipment. The Automotive Experience segment provides innovative interior systems through its design and engineering expertise. The Power Solutions segment is a global supplier of lead-acid automotive batteries for passenger car, light truck and utility vehicle. It serves both automotive original equipment manufacturers and the general vehicle battery aftermarket. It also supplies batteries to power Start-Stop vehicles, as well as lithium-ion battery technologies to power certain hybrid and electric vehicles. The company was founded by Warren Seymour Johnson and William Plankinton in 1885 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Donnelly Corp. based in Holland, Michigan, is the global supplier of exterior and interior mirrors to the automotive industry. In late June, Magna made bold move, by acquiring its supplier, Donnelly Corp., which sells door handles, indows, mirrors and mirror components to Magna.