4/13/14 - A new leader has been appointed for the FT Techno of America proving grounds near Fowlerville. On Monday, Japan-based automotive supplier Aisin Seiki announced that Yoshiaki "Yoshi" Kato was named president of the Plymouth-based Aisin Technical Center of America as of April 1st. That position also makes him responsible for the 950-acre proving grounds south of Fowlerville, where advanced vehicle performance evaluation and automotive parts testing take place. He replaces Takashi Aoyama, who will remain with the company as a senior technical advisor. In a press release, Kato says his goals include developing products to specifically meet the needs of American companies. The 59-year-old executive has worked with Aisinâs research and development department since 2006 following a 25-year stint at Toyota. (TD)
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