ROCHESTER, N.Y. Rochester, N.Y.-based Hahn Automotive Warehouse Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary, Prime Automotive Parts Co., has announced the closing of the transaction to acquire the assets of E&L Battery & Ignition Co.
Hahn distributes aftermarket parts through its 20 strategically located distribution centers to more than 80 Advantage Auto Stores and more than 2,000 independent jobbers in the Midwest and along the Eastern seaboard. Its subsidiary, Prime Automotive Parts Co., has its main warehouse location in Glendale, N.Y., and 23 pick-up warehouses located in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Rhode Island.
E&L has its main warehouse location in Newark, N.J., along with eight branches. Hahn and E&L are both members of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance.
Hahn said it elected to acquire E&L based on the company’s performance as a well-managed company with a commitment to growth and customer service in the New Jersey market.