Automotive Parts Associates Announces Five New Shareholders

Automotive Parts Associates Announces Five New Shareholders

According to APA Group, an impressive mix of companies continues to recognize the value of APA membership and have become official shareholders.

LENEXA, Kan. – Automotive Parts Associates (APA Group) has added five new shareholders to its membership.
 
According to APA Group, an impressive mix of companies continues to recognize the value of APA membership and have become official shareholders. New members include:
 
•Dennis’ Auto Parts, Milford, Conn.
•Worldwide Auto Supply, Inc., Bronx, N.Y.
•Bavarian Autosport, Portsmouth, N.H.
•National Wholesale Auto Parts, Milwaukee, Wis.
•Auto Zany, Palm Beach, Fla.
 
“The variety and number of new members joining Automotive Parts Associates Group is an excellent example of independents with diverse business models that recognize the benefit of APA membership," said APA’s President & CEO, Gary Martin. "The value proposition that APA offers its shareholders continues to accelerate with new and innovative Information Technology, Business Intelligence tools and a host of member services to enhance business results and profitability. We’re excited to see the continued expansion of Automotive Parts Associates, and we look forward to celebrating the growth and success of all our members as we move forward.”
 
"This is a very exciting time at APA. As we say about being a member of the Professionals’ Choice group, ‘It pays to be a member,’" added Bill Cook, APA’s VP of program development.
 
Automotive Parts Associates Inc. is a member‐owned cooperative made up of more than 105 member shareholders, distributing auto parts from more than 200 warehouse locations in North America.
 
 

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