Yesterday afternoon, Congressman Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph) visited Eaton Corp’s Vehicle Group in Galesburg for an update on the division’s developments in revolutionary vehicle technologies as well as to discuss the impact of federal policies on local job growth and innovation.  Upton has been a strong supporter of Eaton, having worked closely with the company for many years to assist in their efforts to build safer, more fuel efficient vehicles and create jobs in southwest Michigan.  Upton serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which has broad jurisdiction over energy and manufacturing-related issues and matters impacting the U.S. auto industry.

“As Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I am committed to policies that help our local job creators like Eaton continue to hire and expand production,” said Upton.  “Eaton is a tremendous presence in our community – a driving force for economic growth and job creation.  Their development of cutting-edge vehicle technologies is truly exciting, and we need to make sure they continue to grow here in southwest Michigan.”

“We appreciate the ongoing relationship and partnership that we have with Congressman Upton,” said Ken Davis, President of Eaton’s Vehicle Group.  “Fred has been a leader to help ensure that federal policy helps these emerging technologies get to market faster.  The technologies being developed and deployed here are helping us accomplish two important goals: reduce fuel costs for our customers and increase our nation’s energy security by reducing our dependence on foreign oil.”