MEMPHIS, TN Rochester, NY-based Monroe Motor Products, a Parts Plus member warehouse distributor of the Automotive Distribution Network, is celebrating its 90th year in business, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network.
“For nearly a century, Monroe Motor Products has provided exceptional service, while maintaining the highest ethical standards,” Lambert said. “From Rochester to Potsdam, NY, to Northern Pennsylvania, Monroe’s warehouse and company-owned Parts Plus autostores are tireless advocates for their customers.”
The roots of Monroe Motor Products can be traced to the Pullman Taxicab Co., founded in 1917 by Max and Issac Gordon. That company led to the formation of Gordon Motor Parts, which evolved into Monroe Motor Products (named after Monroe County, where it’s located), a warehouse distributor servicing independent jobbers throughout New York State. Max’s son, Burt, became president and CEO of the company in the ’70s.
Monroe Motor Products’ success over the last 90 years can be attributed to its people, said Michael Gordon, the company’s current president and CEO, and son of Burt Gordon.
“Since 1917, we have prided ourselves on delivering the highest quality and best value to our customers,” Gordon said. “We truly value our peopleour most important resourceas well as our customers and the strong relationships we continue to maintain with our many suppliers.”