They could be distant cousins! Both working in the automobile industry!
K.W. Muth Company, which later formed Muth Mirror Systems, was founded by Kenneth W. (Ken) Muth. He established the company in 1947 in his grandmother's garage. Initially, the company focused on paper-making technology but later transitioned into a wood-based manufacturer and a key supplier in the automotive industry. Muth Mirror Systems, specifically, was formed in 1992 as a division of K.W. Muth Company, focusing on LED-based signal and blind spot detection products.