The Parts House Expands Southeastern Footprint

The Parts House Expands Southeastern Footprint

The Parts House (TPH) acquired the assets of Southern Distributors, including five locations in Alabama and one location in Pensacola, Florida.

The Parts House (TPH) acquired the assets of Southern Distributors, including five locations in Alabama and one location in Pensacola, Florida.

Southern Distributors, a supplier of OE automotive parts, has built a strong reputation for distributing quality automotive parts throughout Alabama and the Florida panhandle over the past 71 years.  David Honig, CEO of TPH stated, “Southern was on our radar for many years given their quality personnel and geographic footprint. TPH and Southern now have excellent coverage throughout Alabama and the Florida panhandle. We are thrilled to add them to our network of parts professionals.”

Steve Kampwerth, former president/CEO of Southern Distributors, added, “Combining our team and six facilities with The Parts House, extends our reach and enhances our ability to supply professional automotive technicians with great brands, great service and great inventory.  The combined entities will enable us to stock, store and deliver even more parts faster to techs throughout the Southeast.”

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