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UMI Performance: Engineering Excellence in Muscle Car Suspension Right from Philipsburg

Updated: Mar 20

UMI Performance Logo

When it comes to muscle car suspension, UMI Performance is a name that resonates far beyond Philipsburg, PA. Located at 509 Hemlock Street, this powerhouse of innovation, led by Ryan Kirkwood, has been manufacturing premium suspension products for over 22 years—earning national recognition in the automotive world while staying rooted in its local community.  UMI's leadership team includes Philipsburg based Jill Irwin (CFO), Ramey Womer (Sales Director), Larry Dixon (Engineering Director), and Jerry Mondock (M/C Shop Manager). Together with Marshal Aloi. Lance Kirkwood and Abigail DuVall Cuffee, they work to build world class suspension components worthy of your esteem.


Street Performance A-Arms

🏎️ Driving Passion into Performance

UMI Performance specializes in creating high-quality suspension parts for classic American muscle cars and modern trucks, including:

🔩 Camaro and Mustang components

🔩 Chevelle and C10 suspension systems

🔩 F-150 upgrades

Their product line—highlighted by best-selling items like A-arms and sway bars—caters to both street enthusiasts and competitive racers. With nationwide distribution in every major automotive catalog, UMI has grown from a small operation to a leader in its field.


🌍 Community Commitment Meets Global Reach

While UMI Performance ships worldwide, the heart of the company lies in its dedication to the Philipsburg community. Employing nearly 50 full-time local workers, UMI plays a vital role in supporting the local economy. Beyond employment, they proudly sponsor local organizations like the Kiwanis Club and the YMCA, and their philanthropic efforts focus on the Emily Whitehead Foundation, aiding the fight against pediatric cancer.

UMI Motorsports

🏁 Bringing Motorsports to the Region

Motorsports fans flock to UMI’s sister facility, UMI Motorsports Park in Clearfield, for three nationally renowned autocross events each year. These gatherings attract drivers and spectators from as many as 35 states, turning the region into a hotspot for high-octane excitement.


🛠️ A Factory That Welcomes You In

Though UMI doesn’t operate a traditional storefront, they offer guided plant tours throughout the year, giving visitors a behind-the-scenes look at how world-class suspension components are crafted—right here in Philipsburg.


Green vintage Chevrolet truck with white wheels parked in front of beige building. UMI Performance sign on wall. Sunny day.

🚀 Looking Ahead

UMI’s mission is simple but ambitious: continue growing while building top-tier suspension parts in the USA. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and community ensures they’re steering toward an exciting future.


🙌 Why UMI Performance Matters to Philipsburg

"We enjoy the area and appreciate the people of Philipsburg," says Ryan. This local appreciation shines through in every suspension component they produce—and in their efforts to give back to the community they call home.


📍 UMI Performance

📍 509 Hemlock Street, Philipsburg, PA

📞 814-376-6000


Cars racing on a gritty track with a large "UMI King of the Mountain" logo in the center. Bold, energetic atmosphere.

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