A LEGACY OF INNOVATION
OEM ORIGINS AND AFTERMARKET ADVANCEMENT
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.
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
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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
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2017
SmartHeat® technology launched in headlights and work lights with integrated lens technology to de-ice lenses, to improve driver visibility and safety
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2019
Released Evo J3™ headlight and Trail 6™ off-road light, giving drivers control and customization options for their lights
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2026
The EVO-X™ model family launched, advancing the future of visibility through intelligent technology, precision optics, and globally compliant lighting solutions.
ILLUMINATING THE FUTURE