Residents of Toledo, Ohio are called “Toledoans.” Toledo is known as the Glass city, due to its long involvement in the glass industry. Several large glass companies have their origins here. Many other companies that service the glass industry also began in Toledo, such as Toledo Engineering and Glasstech.

Toledo had also been known as "The Auto Parts Capital of the World". Several large, Fortune 500 automotive related companies had their headquarters in Toledo. Such companies include, Electric AutoLite, Sheller-Globe Corporation, Champion Spark Plug, Questor, and more. The Jeep vehicle has been manufactured in Toledo since 1941.