GASTONIA, NC -- WIX Filters recently received the 2005 Vendor of the Year Award for field representation from O’Reilly Auto Parts.

WIX was recognized for outstanding sales and service support in the large manufacturer class. More than 2,000 people attended the awards presentation, which was held in conjunction with O’Reilly’s annual manager’s conference in Dallas, TX, and included a keynote address by racing legend Richard Petty.

“When a customer as prestigious as O’Reilly tells us that we have the best sales force, we know we are on the right track,” said Bill Sheehan, vice president of sales, WIX Filters. “We are honored to receive this award, and we will continue to do all we can to provide our customers with the service they have come to expect from WIX Filters.”

To learn more about WIX Filters, go to: www.wixfilters.com .

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