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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.”
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      link hidden, please login to view concluded its 2026 Business and Training Conference this weekend in Rogers, Arkansas, bringing together more than 700 automotive aftermarket professionals for three days of focused training, strategic insights, and industry collaboration. The event welcomed a broad cross-section of the aftermarket, including store managers, outside sales representatives, territory, regional, and district managers, independent owners and vendor partners—reinforcing Bumper to Bumper’s commitment to strengthening its network through education and shared success.
      General sessions were led by CEO Fletcher Lord III and COO Ben Butler, who outlined
      link hidden, please login to view, key operational focus areas, and ongoing efforts to drive performance across the network. Attendees also heard from keynote speaker Houston Nutt, a two-time SEC Coach of the Year and former head football coach at the University of Arkansas and Ole Miss. Drawing on his 19-season coaching career and experience as a CBS Sports analyst, Nutt delivered a message focused on resilience, accountability, and team culture—principles that closely align with the values driving success across the aftermarket. A central focus of the conference was hands-on training and professional development. Attendees participated in 51 breakout sessions led by channel partners, designed to strengthen product knowledge, enhance sales effectiveness, and improve operational execution. The vendor expo featured 90 companies, 113 booths, and 273 sales representatives, giving attendees direct access to new products, emerging technologies, and practical aftermarket solutions.
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      In addition to educational programming, the conference created multiple opportunities for networking and relationship-building, including a themed vendor expo and evening events that connected distributors, suppliers, and independent owners in a more informal setting.
      The event concluded with a formal awards banquet recognizing top-performing channel partners and industry leaders, highlighting excellence across the Bumper to Bumper network.
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      Driven Distribution Group (DDG), a warehouse distributor of automotive aftermarket hard parts, consumables and accessories, acquired Battery Service Corporation (BSC), based in Bensenville, Illinois.
      link hidden, please login to view is backed by HCI Equity Partners, a private equity firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1962, BSC is a second-generation, family-owned battery specialist serving large commercial fleets and the heavy-duty and marine markets.
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      BSC will combine with Chicago Parts and Sound (CPS) of Elk Grove, Illinois, to expand battery coverage and enhance service capabilities across a broader market. The integration is expected to leverage DDG’s buying scale to support competitive wholesale pricing and provide warranty support with national coverage through Battery Distributors of America.
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      “Battery Service Corporation (BSC) has been part of our family for generations, and while ownership is changing, our values and commitment remain the same. Selling to the
      link hidden, please login to view marks an important milestone, but it is not a goodbye. My brother Tom and I will remain involved to ensure continuity, supporting our people, and help drive future growth opportunities for our team and our customers,” said Donald Baker Jr. “We are honored to build upon the strong legacy Battery Service Corporation has established over the past several decades,” said Joe Minogue, senior vice president. “BSC has earned the trust of its customers through quality products and exceptional service, and our focus is to preserve those values while continuing to invest in growth, service capabilities, and long-term partnerships.”
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      link hidden, please login to view and link hidden, please login to view Orlando Experience Promotional Sweepstakes has officially wrapped up. After three action-packed months of entries, 100 grand-prize guests will join Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper on the ultimate family getaway to Orlando, Florida, taking place June 15-20, 2026. Each grand-prize package includes roundtrip airfare for a family of four, five nights at the Orlando World Center Marriott, and passes to iconic Orlando theme parks of guests choosing —along with exclusive VIP group events, receptions, and experiences that promise a memory filled vacation for these lucky winners and their families.
      “As always, a sincere thank you to our manufacturing channel partners for their support, they truly are who make these promotions possible,” said Jim Holik, director of marketing. “Each year we continue to see the value of these promotions and an increase of entries across MyPlace4Parts our B2B eCommerce pipeline. The brand visibility for our partners is intense.”
      All entries were earned through MyPlace4Parts. From September 1 to November 30, 2025, every qualifying purchase made by professional technicians at Auto Value or Bumper to Bumper suppliers automatically generated an entry—making it simple and rewarding to participate.
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      In addition to the grand prizes, the sweepstakes awarded 240 additional winners gift cards totaling $45,000 spreading even more winning throughout the Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper communities.
      “We’re incredibly proud of how this promotion continues to strengthen relationships across our entire network,” said Danielle Rickerson, VP of sales & marketing at NPW Companies. “These sweepstakes are more than just prizes—they provide a meaningful way for our technicians, suppliers and customers to connect. Events like this highlight the value of our partnerships and reinforce our commitment to supporting our customers and building long-lasting relationships throughout the year.”
      Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper will see the grand-prize winners and their families this June for a fantastic summer and look forward to experiencing the magic of Orlando with all in attendance.
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