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Yamaha Drives Community Spirit at 3rd Annual Coweta Grand Prix

Apr/25/2025

The Coweta Grand Prix 2025, presented by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC) in Newnan, just held its 3rd annual event with much success this past weekend thanks to the efforts of many Newnan and Coweta County volunteers, mentors, sponsors, and participants.

Coweta Grand Prix Rolls Back Into Downtown Newnan April 19

Apr/17/2025

NEWNAN, GA — Get ready for a action-packed Saturday! The third annual Coweta Grand Prix, presented by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, is set to return to downtown Newnan this Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Yamaha team members being honored for International Women’s Day.

Celebrating Women's Day at Yamaha.

Mar/08/2025

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company (YMMC) is proud to celebrate International  under this year’s theme: “Accelerate Action.” This global call to action emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. It calls for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres.

Coweta Grand Prix set to return in April

Mar/06/2025

Formerly known as the Soap Box Derby, the Coweta Grand Prix is being held in conjunction with the Rock & Road Festival on April 20, 2024 which will include the Rock & Road Criterium, Tour of Coweta, a Rock & Road Car Show, and other fun family-friendly events. 

Yamaha Delivers All Kids Bikes to Schools in Coweta

Yamaha and Partners Bring Joy to Coweta County Children with Bike Donations

Feb/23/2025

Hundreds of children in Coweta County are happier thanks to the efforts of Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC) and its strategic partners.

Yamaha Employees Build Wheelchair Ramp for Local Family During Production Downtime

Feb/23/2025

At Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company (YMMC) in Newnan, Georgia, employees are known for being the difference—at work and in their community. When a typhoon in Asia disrupted parts supply from a Yamaha plant in Taiwan, temporarily halting operations in Newnan, Yamaha leadership chose to turn downtime into an opportunity to give back.

Yamaha families get ready to march in the recent Newnan Parade, alongside their WaveRunner, golf car, side-by-side, and other vehicles on display on their Yamaha float.

Yamaha Embraces the Holiday Spirit Inside and Outside Its Newnan Facility

Feb/23/2025

Over the past decade, Yamaha employees have brought joy to more than 1,000 children through Coweta County’s local Angel Tree program. This year, Yamaha adopted 120 foster children across Coweta County, providing each child with multiple gifts through the Department of Family and Children Services.

Yamaha Showcases Hydrogen-Powered Golf Car and E-Bikes at RayDay Celebration in Serenbe, Georgia

Feb/23/2025

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation in Newnan, Georgia, is excited to announce the upcoming showcase of its innovative DRIVE H2 hydrogen-powered golf car and two power-assisted e-bikes at the RayDay Celebration in Serenbe, Georgia. This event will feature the

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation Announces Leadership Transition: Bob Brown Assumes Role of President

Jan/02/2025

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company (YMMC) is pleased to announce that Robert (Bob) Brown has been appointed President, effective December 30, 2024. Bob succeeds Takahiro (Taka) Imanishi, who has returned to Japan to assume a new position after serving as President of YMMC since 2020

Bleu Lion Media documents the excitement of the Downhill Dreams Academy at the Coweta Grand Prix, capturing moments that led to an 11-minute film which won multiple Telly Awards.

Downhill Dream: Yamaha's Soapbox Journey Captured in Award-Winning Film

Sep/13/2024

One of the highlights of the year at Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company, as far as community involvement goes, is that they have received added exposure thanks to an award-winning short film created to showcase their annual Yamaha Downhill Dreams Academy.

The Yamaha Ergonomics Class graduates learned effective ways to apply ergo to increase safety and efficiency on the assembly line. They include from left to right: Anne Mecke, Chris Taylor, Hadiya Harden, Lenn Casterline, Angela White, Emily Gregory, Drew Hood. Kneeling: Brock Anderson (instructor), Jennifer Winkles. Graduates not pictured: Billy Mcglamory, Victoria Karakos, Cameron Coker

Yamaha Puts Safety First for Employees Through Ergonomics Training Program

Jun/08/2024

Yamaha Georgia, implements a comprehensive ergonomics leadership program two years ago aimed at enhancing workplace safety and improving efficiency.

Young people from all around Coweta County, with the help of Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation, are gearing up once again for a big day at the races.

Apr/20/2024

Under the guidance of company representatives, young people from the Newnan Coweta Boys and Girls Club have been going through a series of workshops

Yamaha establishes community pollinator garden with the assistance of Welch Elementary Students

Feb/11/2024

Welch Elementary students explore the concept of pollinator gardens during a visit to Yamaha, actively participating in the planting of one on the company's campus.

Yamaha team members sort drinks and repack on pallets. The volunteer stations at the Yamaha plant allow team members to continue working during downtime while the processed and sorted drink boxes benefits Midwest Food Bank operations.

Yamaha Innovates Repacking Program to Benefit Midwest Food Bank

Jan/16/2024

Employees at the Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation in Newnan have incorporated a unique volunteer opportunity into their daily routines, and the benefits can be felt by hundreds if not thousands of people every month.

Yamaha Team Members assemble Strider bikes for 3 local schools

Yamaha gets Kindergarteners riding bikes at local schools

Nov/14/2023

Three elementary schools in Coweta – White Oak, Moreland and Welch – are participating in learn-to-ride programs thanks to All Kids Bike, a national nonprofit that teaches kindergarten students how to ride bikes during physical education classes. The program was made possible locally by a $100,000 grant from Yamaha Motor Corp, USA via its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI).

Enjoying a day on the lake with a WaveRunner through Yamaha’s Employee Equipment Loan Program.

Yamaha Rolls Out Employee Equipment Loan Program

Nov/07/2023

Cecil Wood made his neighbors jealous without even trying.He spent a week riding all over his large neighborhood on a new Yamaha electric bike. Every afternoon, along a route of more than two miles on the streets near his home. How did he like it? “I just had an awesome time,” he said.

Participant Fisher Webb was among those enjoying this year’s Soapbox Derby.

Coweta Community Foundation Honors Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation as Runner-Up for the IMPACT Corporate Innovative Project Award

Sep/20/2023

Newnan, GA – September 8, 2023 – The Coweta Community Foundation (CCF) is proud to announce Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation as the runner-up recipient of the esteemed IMPACT Corporate Innovative Project Award. 

Yamaha's Small Group Competition Success: Janus and the Roman Empire

Aug/01/2023

The Plant 2 ROV team embraced their triumph with a fitting name, "Janus and the Roman Empire." Inspired by Janus, the Roman god of doors, the team symbolized their commitment to revolutionizing the door installation process. This creative and meaningful name served as a testament to their unity, expertise, and determination to excel.

Yamaha team members explore the custom track created for Demo Day.

Yamaha Employees' Demo Day: A Weekend Filled with Kando

Jun/21/2023

Yamaha treated 363 of its own team members to a truly unforgettable experience over a single weekend.Yamaha treated 363 of its own team members to a truly unforgettable experience over a single weekend.Yamaha treated 363 of its own team members to a truly unforgettable experience over a single weekend.Yamaha treated 363 of its own team members to a truly unforgettable experience over a single weekend.

Yamaha delivers a custom golf car to Blake Bass Middle. Pictured are Yamaha President Taka Imanishi, Yamaha VP Bob Brown, Principal Cindy Bennett, Yamaha VP Wayne Pierce, and Teacher Connor Cody along with Blake Bass students.

A Yamaha Special Delivery Provides Inclusion and Accessibility for Bass Middle Students

Mar/03/2023

A large public school campus can be intimidating, especially for those young people who have issues with mobility due to an injury or a permanent disability.

Yamaha Celebrates 35 Years

Feb/01/2023

When Yamaha started operations in 1988, the Chamber had already been operating for 40 years

Yamaha Team members who worked on providing this custom vehicle include: Jason Broshear Division Manager, Corporate Planning and Sustainability Bob Brown Vice President, Finance and Operations Support Mitchell Dockery Manufacturing Engineer Telisha Endicott Lab Coordinator Chris Gervais Division Manager, Mechanical Engineering and Maintenance Toshi Shigeta Vice President, Product Development Richard Jones Vice President, Operations Taka Imanishi President

Coweta Sheriff’s Office Receives Yamaha Wolverine To Enhance Search-And-Rescue Operations

Jan/01/2023

Christmas with a Cop Made the Holidays Merry and Bright for 86 Local Kids

Dec/30/2022

It was a very happy holiday for 86 children in the Christmas with a Cop program, in part sponsored by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation in Newnan. 

Yamaha Selected Finalist for Social Impact Community Work

Dec/02/2022

Participation in a key learning initiative for local elementary students has led to Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America being nominated for a prestigious community service award.

Yamaha sponsors $25,000 in scholarships for employee’s kids

Nov/18/2022

Brad Mabry got a performance bonus at work. It was not based on his performance; it was because of how well his kids have done in school.

Yamaha Family Day

Oct/01/2022

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing held a Family Fun Day on October 1. This event recognizes and celebrates the contributions of our employees and provides an opportunity for these team members and their families to gather and visit the campus. 

Valhalla Marching Band Competition

Oct/01/2022

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing and Yamaha Music were pleased to partner as presenting sponsors of Northgate High School's Valhalla Classic Marching Band Competition. We believe in supporting our local students and the arts.

Gabriel Farman ATCV-GC

safety and its environmental impact

Sep/12/2022

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation (YMMC), based in Newnan Georgia, sponsored a recent Environmental, Health and Safety Day to show how important those aspects of the workplace are for every member of its team.

Yamaha names winners in Small Group Competition in Newnan

Jul/28/2022

Yamaha’s Small Group Competition is held twice each year and winners were recently named

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation Breaks Ground on Innovative SMART Warehouse in Newnan Georgia

Jun/10/2022

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation (YMMC), based in Newnan Georgia, broke ground yesterday on a new, advanced, and innovative “SMART” Warehouse

Yamaha Donates to Floating Classroom Experience

May/11/2022

The West Point Floating Classroom is powered by Yamaha outboard motors which were arranged in a favorable deal with Yamaha’s corporate office. They are pictured with some of Mrs. Hart’s 5th grade class from Western Elementary, here on scholarships from Yamaha Motor Manufacturing in Newnan. 

Camp Invention innovates STEM learning sponsored by Yamaha

Jan/18/2022

If you were a student involved in the Camp Invention, a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) camp for kids, you got to Duck Chuck, Road Rally, and participate in other inventive science experiments during winter break.

Yamaha Saves Newnan High Marching Band Season

Aug/13/2021

We had lost everything: every instrument, every uniform, every piece of the band’s history. Then Yamaha MMC stepped in.

Yamaha Produces 4 Millionth Vehicle

Aug/12/2021

Newnan, Ga. – August 12, 2021 – Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America reached a historic manufacturing milestone.

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Donates New Golf Cart to Help Patients of Piedmont Newnan Hospital

Mar/03/2021

Newnan, Ga. (March 3, 2021) – Yamaha Motor Manufacturing of America in Newnan recently donated a new golf cart to Piedmont Newnan Hospital.