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Valvoline Global Operations has announced the release of the first OEM-approved tri-fuel engine oil, engineered to extend oil drain intervals by up to 25,000 miles. At
link hidden, please login to view, the oil marketer introduced the Valvoline Premium Blue One Solution Gen 2 heavy-duty engine oil. Cummins Inc. now approves this product to deliver drain intervals of up to 100,000 miles. This extended oil drain interval can lead to increased uptime, fewer service events, and a lower total cost of ownership. John Walters, Valvoline global’s vice president of
link hidden, please login to view, stated, “Long-haul eighteen-wheelers on the highways need to minimize equipment downtime. By delivering up to a 25,000-mile oil drain interval extension, minimizing downtime is what Valvoline Premium Blue One Solution Gen 2 is engineered to do.” Valvoline Global’s collaboration with Cummins spans over 30 years, during which they have developed advanced lubrication products, including Valvoline Premium Blue One Solution Gen 2. This engine oil achieves the first OEM-approved 100,000-mile oil drain intervals and is engineered for diesel, natural gas and gasoline engines.
The new oil aims to reduce maintenance overhead costs for operators by extending intervals between scheduled services. Fewer service events mean lower labor costs and reduced waste oil disposal fees. Additionally, it works across engine types, eliminating the need to stock multiple oils and decreasing inventory costs.
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Advance Auto Parts Inc. presented its 2025 Vendor of the Year Award to OSRAM Sylvania Inc. at “Accelerate,” the company’s vendor appreciation and field leader kickoff event in Orlando, Florida. The event brings together suppliers and field leaders to support execution of
link hidden, please login to view and recognize performance across aftermarket distribution channels. Nine additional vendors were recognized across professional, DIY, supply chain, inventory, e-commerce, content and marketing categories. “OSRAM Sylvania has been an exceptional partner to
link hidden, please login to view in 2025, in part because of their strong collaboration with our stores, supply chain, inventory, marketing, and merchandising teams,” said Bruce Starnes, executive vice president, chief merchant at Advance Auto Parts. “The OSRAM team has a ‘yes-we can’ philosophy and their collaboration is a critical element that enables our team members to get customers back on the road. We congratulate Sylvania as our Vendor of the Year and are excited to grow our partnership and sales together in 2026.” Market Impact
The 2025 vendor awards highlight supplier strategies focused on service-level performance, inventory accuracy, e-commerce content quality and category management to support professional installers and DIY customers. Recognitions underscore priorities in supply chain reliability, product availability and customer experience across Advance’s distribution network.
Supplier Recognition: 2025 category awards
Pro Vendor of the Year — GSP: Recognized for cross-functional collaboration that supported Advance’s professional business and customer service. DIY Vendor of the Year — Valvoline Global: Recognized for launching new products, providing data-driven category management insights, and expanding promotional programs. Vendor Rep of the Year — Tasco: Recognized for collaboration, opportunity development and consistent follow-through on joint initiatives. Visionary Vendor of the Year — Winhere Brakes: Recognized for product reliability and support of initiatives to drive the business forward. Supply Chain and Inventory Performance
Supply Chain Vendor of the Year and Inventory Vendor of the Year (Back Room) — GRI Engineering: Recognized for improving key supply chain and inventory performance metrics through operational execution, meeting service-level expectations, and proactively implementing change. Inventory Vendor of the Year (Front Room) — Amalie: Recognized for execution, logistics, collaboration and flexibility supporting inventory performance. E-commerce and Content Enablement
E-commerce Vendor of the Year — Premium Guard: Recognized for collaboration on e-commerce content and customer experience, and for transparent communication on new asset creation. Content Vendor of the Year — Motorad and Josco: Recognized for a proactive approach, responsiveness and quality that strengthened customer- and store team member-facing content. Marketing Support
Marketing Vendor of the Year — GlueIQ: Recognized for multi-channel marketing strategy and execution supporting brand and demand generation across Advance’s channels. Event Context
“Accelerate” serves as Advance’s annual vendor appreciation and field leader kickoff, aligning partners on distribution strategy and operational priorities for the year ahead. The program centers on supplier collaboration in merchandising, supply chain, inventory, marketing and e-commerce to improve aftermarket distribution outcomes.
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link hidden, please login to view has been named Vendor of the Year by Factory Motor Parts (FMP). The Vendor of the Year award recognizes suppliers for excellence in quality, service, fill rate performance, marketing support and strategic alignment. link hidden, please login to view expansive category coverage, along with proactive training, marketing engagement and program support, were key factors in this recognition. “Factory Motor Parts has been an incredible partner for GSP across multiple categories,” said Chad Gagnelius, COO of Factory Motor Parts. “This year in particular, they successfully navigated through inventory headwinds and changeovers with minimal disruption.”
Distribution Strategy
Michael Ceritano, COO of GSP North America, expressed gratitude for the award. “I want to congratulate Tom Dippipo and our entire team on earning this award,” he said. “GSP is committed to providing the highest level of service, innovation and product performance, and this recognition validates the hard work and collaboration we share with Factory Motor Parts.”
Product Development and Supply Chain
This award underscores GSP’s commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and a superior customer experience in the aftermarket industry. GSP said it plans to build on this momentum by expanding product coverage, enhancing training and marketing initiatives and driving growth across all regions.
The recognition reflects GSP’s dedication to maintaining outstanding product quality, reliable supply chain performance, and robust partnership support within FMP’s nationwide network.
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NPW Companies recently wrapped up its 2025 Alaskan Customer Incentive Cruise – a journey that was one for the record books, according to the company.
The weeklong adventure, sponsored by valued vendor partners including ARP, Bosch, Dorman, DRiV, East Penn/Deka, Gates, MAHLE, MPA, NGK, SKF, Standard Motor Products, Valvoline, and WIX, brought together over 110 attendees, including customers, vendor partners, and NPW team members, the company said.
Departing from Seattle aboard the Celebrity Edge, the group sailed north on a more intimate cruise ship that fostered even greater opportunities to connect and collaborate. The itinerary included Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Victoria, each offering breathtaking scenery, unique cultural experiences and unforgettable excursions. Attendees enjoyed both dedicated time for relationship-building and the freedom to explore with their families and travel companions.
“This cruise was truly our best one yet,” said Chris Pacey, president and CEO of NPW Companies. “From the incredible landscapes of Alaska to the meaningful conversations shared onboard, the entire experience reinforced the strength of our relationships. We’re thankful to our vendor partners for making this possible and to our customers for the trust they place in us. Experiences like this continue to strengthen the partnerships that drive us forward.”
The 2025 Alaska cruise aboard the Celebrity Edge stands as a testament to NPW’s dedication to creating unique opportunities for connection within the automotive aftermarket community, the company said. Planning for the 2026 Customer Incentive Trip is already underway, with details to be announced soon.
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