WeatherTech
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automobile accessories |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Founder | David MacNeil |
| Headquarters | Bolingbrook, Illinois , United States |
| Products | Floor mats, trunk liners, windshield sun shades, mudflaps, cupholder accessories |
WeatherTech is a U.S.-based producer of automobile accessories, with its main office located in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
History
Established in 1989 by CEO David MacNeil, WeatherTech was born out of MacNeil’s frustration with the inadequate performance and maintenance challenges of available vehicle floor mats. At that time, MacNeil held the position of vice president of sales at the high-performance car manufacturer AMG, now integrated into Mercedes-Benz. Initially, the company imported accessories from England, but in 1994, it transitioned to domestic manufacturing by partnering with a contract manufacturer and launching production facilities in the suburbs of Chicago.
Products
WeatherTech is widely recognized for its FloorLiner series, a line of durable rubber floor mats that it also produces for automotive brands including Volkswagen and Kia. Its portfolio encompasses floor mats, trunk liners, windshield sun shades, mudflaps, and accessories for cupholders.
The business highlights that more than 95% of its products are crafted within the United States at its Illinois manufacturing plants.
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Since November 1, 2015, WeatherTech has been the title sponsor of the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) SportsCar Championship, which has been officially known as the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship starting with the 2016 racing season.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
On March 20, 2018, WeatherTech took over as the title sponsor of Laguna Seca Raceway, succeeding Mazda. The venue was officially renamed WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on April 1.
NASCAR
It was announced on December 13, 2023, that Shane van Gisbergen would race in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with WeatherTech serving as his main sponsor. Later, on August 24, 2024, van Gisbergen was confirmed to compete full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series under WeatherTech sponsorship. Shortly thereafter, WeatherTech also became a sponsor for Connor Zilisch in the Xfinity Series.