A LEGACY OF INNOVATION
OEM ORIGINS AND AFTERMARKET ADVANCEMENT
A lot has changed since J.W. Speaker became a lighting technology manufacturer. Vehicles are sleeker. Lights are brighter. And the world seems both larger — yet smaller — than ever before.
But some things remain the same. J.W. Speaker continues its commitment to innovative LED lighting systems. Established in scientific principles and revolutionary design — we’re continuously striving for the next great discovery. We’re still excited with every new product launch. We’re still compelled to impress every customer. And we’re still driven to see more.
But some things remain the same. J.W. Speaker continues its commitment to innovative LED lighting systems. Established in scientific principles and revolutionary design — we’re continuously striving for the next great discovery. We’re still excited with every new product launch. We’re still compelled to impress every customer. And we’re still driven to see more.
ONLY ONE VIEW MATTERS.
YOURS.
Clearly, we understand what’s most important; J.W. Speaker engineers and designers transform the science of light into tangible real-world LED solutions to enhance every driving experience and keep you safer on the road. Because we manage everything — from conception to production — we can meet your exacting demands for performance, as well as our own for perfection.
BUILDING A LEGACY OF PROVEN PERFORMANCE
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1935
J.W. Speaker Corporation founded by John W. Speaker to manufacture tube & tire repair products -
1940s
Supplied the U.S. Military during World War II, including compact folding stoves and tire repair products; Designed & patented the iconic P-38 can openers and Heatab dry fuel
After the war, shifted focus to manufacturing mirrors and lighting products for trucks and cars -
1960s
John W. Speaker unexpectedly passed away and his son, Jack, became President
Expanded into lighting on original equipment manufacturing (OEM) for lawn & garden and golf & turf tractors -
1980s
Tim & Jamie Speaker, grandsons of the founder John W. Speaker, formally join the company and became Co-Presidents
J.W. Speaker became solely focused on vehicle lighting, growing the business with custom designed lighting for agriculture OEM customers -
1990s
Production on first custom headlamp for Arctic Cat snowmobile began, pushing into the power sport market.
Partnerships with premier OEM customers like Harley-Davidson, U.S. military, and development on custom lighting -
2000s
First LED light with solid optic technology designed, providing a pathway for future product development
International expansion and growing portfolio of OEM products in the industrial, mining, power sport, and construction markets -
2012
Harnessed experience from OEM products and entered the aftermarket with the first-of-its-kind 7" round LED headlight for Jeeps
Established distribution channels and expanded product portfolio into the aftermarket -
2015
Launched the world's first Adaptive Motorcycle Headlight™ with technology that automatically fills dark areas of the road when cornering on a bike -
2017
SmartHeat® technology launched in headlights and work lights with integrated lens technology to de-ice lenses, to improve driver visibility and safety -
2019
Released Evo J3™ headlight and Trail 6™ off-road light, both compatible with new J-Link™ mobile app, giving drivers control and customization options for their lights
ILLUMINATING THE FUTURE
For 85 years, we’ve reimagined where LED lighting can go for vehicles. Now, we look to redefine the next generation of technology lighting to illuminate a bright path forward. Recently, we broke ground on a massive campus expansion, as we can continue to concept, design and manufacture American-made advanced lighting solutions into the next 85 years.