Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Signs IWI Motor Parts As New Shareholder Owner

The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has announced the signing of its newest shareholder member, IWI Motor Parts, effective April 1. IWI, based in Dubuque, Iowa, joins the Alliance as a Bumper to Bumper member.

“We are tremendously excited to welcome IWI Motor Parts as our newest Bumper to Bumper affiliate,” said John Washbish, president and CEO of the Alliance. “IWI’s focus on family and commitment to service makes it a great fit for the Alliance.”

IWI, which derives its name and logo from the states in which it operates (Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois), was founded in 1962. The now second-generation family owned business began in a family station wagon that traveled to local gas stations selling filters, plugs and other engine components.

Today, IWI Motor Parts employs nearly 240 people in the Tri-state area and operates 13 warehouses and a corporate headquarters. With service as its backbone, the company focuses on providing quality OEM parts to the aftermarket and local car dealers, according to TJ Faley, president of IWI Motor Parts.

“IWI management is looking forward to becoming a member of the Alliance,” Faley said. “The Alliance has long had a reputation for being the best buying group in the aftermarket. The Alliance integrity, honesty and quality are characteristics we admire. IWI’s philosophy will align perfect with the Alliance Motto ‘Service is the difference, we get it.’”

Faley added IWI also will be continuing to look for opportunities that are contiguous to its existing footprint, is excited about the changes to the automotive market and looks forward to the challenges ahead.

Federated Auto Parts Distributors announced it is entering into a collaboration with the Association of Independent Oil Distributors (AIOD) – one it said will focus on mutual benefits for the respective members.

“Federated is constantly looking at ways to improve value for all constituents and this agreement provides that,” said Sue Godschalk, president of Federated. “This collaboration provides added volume and opportunities for our suppliers, new partners for our members, and added supply points and products for shop customers. We have enjoyed working closely with several AIOD members in the past and this agreement will expand and create further opportunities for both Federated and AIOD.”