
Formation of Westfalia-Automotive Group18.2.2026 09:38:14 EET | Westfalia-Automotive GmbH | Press release
Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Germany – the Company, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of towing and trailering equipment as well as transport solutions, today announced the formation of Westfalia-Automotive Group (formerly Horizon Global Europe). On the 16th of February 2026, a transfer agreement (subject to fulfilment of certain conditions) has been concluded. The result of the transfer agreement is that Westfalia-Automotive Group is created, and the business is under new control and ownership. “The separation and rebranding allow for the preservation of value, but most importantly secures thousands of European manufacturing jobs and the future of the company which maintains its position as the premium brand in the towing industry. Made in Europe!” said Michael Scott, Independent Director of Westfalia-Automotive Group. As part of this transformation, you will also notice new branding being rolled out across our organisation in the next few weeks. “Our priority, as the inventor of the towbar

















