Automotive Parts Associates announced it welcomed Accel Auto Parts as a new TruStar member of the APA family.
Accel Auto Parts was founded in December 2023 to supply auto parts to its sister company, Accel Automotive, Tire, & Towing. Owner Jamie Sites has been in the automotive industry since he was 16. Accel provides automotive parts and services in Vandalia, Ohio, and the surrounding area.
BS Products is a full-line nationwide wholesaler of automotive and quick lube supplies.
Automotive Parts Associates (APA) announced it welcomed BS Products as a new member to TruStar.
Founded in 2019 by friends and business partners Brett Peterson and Sean Malmstrom, BS Products is a full-line nationwide wholesaler of automotive and quick lube supplies. It specializes in filters, additives, tools, shop supplies, and safety and janitorial equipment, according to APA.
A collaboration with the Association of Independent Oil Distributors will focus on mutual benefits for the respective members.
The event will be held on March 26-28, at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio.
Premium Guard, Inc. was recognized for its leadership and excellence in quality.
During the event, the Vast-Auto team recognized its distribution customers and unveiled its new brand image and programs.
Branoff (second from left) is the CEO of Flint, Michigan-based Brown & Sons Auto Parts and is the grandson of the founder, Jack Brown.
M&D brings 80-plus years of diesel engine component manufacturing, remanufacturing and distribution expertise and 41 U.S. locations to the VIPAR network.
The award recognizes the vendor that creates the most overall value for APA shareholders, members and customers.
Empire operates from 39 locations throughout 24 states in the eastern U.S. with an inventory of more than 48,000 SKUs.
