EFI Automotive
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Founded | 1936 in La Boisse, France |
| Founder | Johanny Thollin |
| Headquarters | Beynost , France |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Sensors for automotive engine and powertrain applications |
| Revenue | €202 million (2021) |
Number of employees | 1700 (2021) |
EFI Automotive, previously known as Electricfil, is a French enterprise that specializes in manufacturing sensors for automotive engine and powertrain applications. The company’s headquarters are located in Beynost, France, with additional production facilities situated in Joinville, Wuhan (China), Istanbul (Turkey), and Alabama (United States).
History
The company was established in 1936 in La Boisse by Johanny Thollin (1889–1962), who received assistance from his stepfather, Joseph Guinet. Initially, Electricfil operated as a factory producing braided fabric electrical cables. Thollin, who also held the position of mayor of La Boisse from 1908 until 1938, managed the business until it moved to Beynost in 1968.
In line with its commitment to fostering innovation, EFI Automotive introduced an incubator program for startups in 2015. The organization further pursued growth through acquisitions, notably acquiring Akéo Plus in 2021, which represented a major expansion milestone.
As of 2021, EFI Automotive generated revenues amounting to €202 million and maintained a global workforce of around 1,700 employees.