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link hidden, please login to view and link hidden, please login to view are gearing up for another season of excitement with the launch of the 2026 Perfect Stop® Powersports Summer Sweepstakes, kicking off this June and running through the end of July. This exclusive MyPlace4Parts promotion gives professional technicians opportunities to win big all summer long with every qualifying Perfect Stop® purchase. Throughout the promotion period, technicians will earn automatic entries with every qualifying purchase of Perfect Stop® products placed through MyPlace4Parts, including brake pads, rotors, calipers, sensors, shoes, brake cleaner, and brake fluid. Participants will have the chance to be one of six Grand Prize winners, each of whom will get to select a powersports vehicle of their choice. In addition, a total of $25,000 in gift cards will be awarded to 150 lucky winners, keeping the momentum going all summer long.
“Perfect Stop® is more than just individual components—it’s a complete brake job lineup built to deliver confidence from start to finish,” said Justin Hebert, vice president of category management for the
link hidden, please login to view “From pads and rotors to calipers, fluids, and even sensors, it’s a full-system solution that allows shops to perform complete, reliable, OEM-quality brake service every time. When technicians choose Perfect Stop®, they’re picking perfect—every time.” Built for reliability, coverage, and performance, the Perfect Stop® product line supports light, medium, and heavy-duty applications, giving professional technicians a trusted solution for comprehensive brake jobs across a wide range of vehicles. Like previous years, this promotion will run exclusively on MyPlace4Parts, the industry’s most robust B2B eCommerce solution designed specifically for professional service and repair shops.
“Combining the strength of the Perfect Stop® brand with the speed and simplicity of MyPlace4Parts makes this promotion especially impactful for professional shops,” added Hebert. “It’s about delivering a complete brake solution backed by a seamless ordering experience that helps technicians save time, stay focused on the job, and continue to service their customers with confidence.”
Professional technicians, don’t miss your chance to win big while stocking up on a complete brake solution built for performance and reliability. Get your entries in by the end of July and make this summer a Perfect Stop® summer.
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Automotive Parts Associates (APA) is pleased to announce that Midwest Parts Hub, a division of Kelley Automotive Group based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has joined the group as a shareholder.
Founded in 1952 by Jim Kelley, Kelley Automotive Group is a family-owned dealership group representing multiple vehicle brands and serving customers throughout northeastern Indiana and beyond. Midwest Parts Hub opened in 2025 and services customers throughout the surrounding region through its extensive inventory of genuine General Motors OEM, ACDelco and aftermarket parts, along with daily delivery routes and advanced technology systems. The company emphasizes inventory availability, experienced staff, technology integration and reliable service as key drivers of its continued success.
“In today’s market, if you want to stay competitive, you need to be part of a program group,” said Mike Smith, parts director for Kelley Automotive Group. “Operating completely on your own is no longer effective. After evaluating our options, we knew
link hidden, please login to view was the right choice.” “We are excited to welcome Midwest Parts Hub to APA,” said Steve Tucker, president of APA/TruStar. “Their long-standing commitment to service, innovation, and operational excellence makes them a tremendous addition to our shareholder family.”
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link hidden, please login to view announced the addition of 172 new automotive aftermarket part numbers across multiple product categories in the first quarter of 2026, expanding coverage for millions of vehicles in operation. New part numbers were introduced across Bosch engine components, pumps, injectors, rotating machines, sensors, batteries, braking components and spark plugs. Bosch Engine Components
Bosch has added 13 new part numbers to its engine components lineup, including canister purge valves, ignition coils, throttle bodies and an EVO Spark Plug. Designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications, these components are intended to support engine performance and reliable operation across a wide range of vehicles, the company said.
The new EVO Spark Plug part number covers 453,000 Asian vehicles in operation across the U.S. and Canada. EVO Spark Plugs from Bosch utilize iridium alloys for long service life and wear resistance, as well as improved insulation, reduced risk of damage during installation and increased thermomechanical, mechanical and electrical strength to withstand extreme pressure during knocking.
Bosch Braking
Bosch released 17 new braking component part numbers in the first quarter, including 14 new part numbers for Bosch Parking Brake Shoes, covering more than 8 million vehicles in operation. These shoes offer bonded and riveted coverage matching OE attachment methods on most domestic and commercial applications, and the coated shoe plate helps prevent rust and corrosion.
Bosch Rotating Machines
Bosch introduced 75 new rotating machine part numbers in the first quarter, including new and remanufactured starters, alternators and A/C compressors. This includes four new part numbers in the Bosch A/C compressor lineup, covering 601,000 vehicles in operation.
Bosch introduced 28 starter part numbers across new and remanufactured offerings, with 28 new starter part numbers covering 25.4 million vehicles in operation and three remanufactured starters covering 13.6 million vehicles.
Thirty-one part numbers were introduced on the alternator front, with 25 new alternator part numbers covering more than 10 million vehicles in operation and six remanufactured alternator part numbers covering an additional 7.96 million vehicles, according to
link hidden, please login to view. Bosch Pumps
Bosch added eight new part numbers in pumps – including five fuel pumps, two GDI high-pressure pumps and one electric fuel pump. These pumps cover 40,400 vehicles in operation and are designed to support fuel delivery and engine performance across domestic, Asian and European vehicles.
The Bosch GDI high-pressure pumps debuted two new part numbers covering 537,000 vehicles in operation, featuring an integrated pressure limiter valve, an integrated pressure damper and a compact, lightweight design.
Bosch Injectors
Bosch added 20 new part numbers to its injector lineup in the first quarter, including five gasoline injectors, 12 fuel injectors and three GDI fuel injectors. These injectors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications by delivering precise fuel atomization to support combustion, smooth engine operation and drivability across a wide range of vehicles.
Bosch Fuel Injectors debuted 12 part numbers and are engineered for OE fit, form and function. Manufactured from quality materials, they provide precision flow and original spray patterns while maintaining smoothness and drivability.
Bosch Sensors
Bosch added 34 new sensor part numbers, including mass air flow (MAF), pressure, particulate matter, oxygen, camshaft, crankshaft, temperature, knock, throttle position and NOx sensors. Seven new Bosch oxygen sensor part numbers expanded coverage to 6.17 million vehicles in operation, supporting reduced emissions, fuel efficiency and engine performance.
Bosch Batteries
Bosch added five new part numbers to its Powersport Lithium (Gen II) battery lineup. These batteries offer a lifespan four to five times longer than lead-acid batteries, are 65% lighter and provide faster recharge times. They are engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications, delivering lightweight power and reliable starts across a range of powersport applications, the company said.
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