VIPAR Heavy Duty, Inc.

06/04/2026

Thanks to Al Groff (left), owner of VIPAR Heavy Duty distributor Associated Truck Parts, for a great visit and behind-the-scenes look at their brake shoe remanufacturing shop and parts warehouse in Gilbertsville, PA. Joined by Tom Flicek, VHD Director of Operations, who runs the Global Parts Network brake reman facility in South Bend, Indiana.

05/27/2026

The VIPAR Heavy Duty Supplier Advisory Council recently came together for its semi-annual meeting to help shape programs that support network distributors and supplier partners. We value the input and perspective our suppliers bring to the table and sincerely appreciate the time and dedication they invest in helping the VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies continue to grow and deliver value.

🔹 Supplier Advisory Council
Drew Coen, Stemco
Brittany Soika, Cummins DriveTrain and Braking Systems
Larry Bethel, Ancra Cargo
Brian Rieger, ConMet
Steve Hansen, High Bar Brands
Matt Wolfe, SAF Holland Haldex
Andrew Burland, Parker Hannifin/Baldwin Filters
Matt Forner, Grote Industries (not pictured)
Dave McCleave, Motor Wheel (not pictured)

🔹VIPAR Heavy Duty
Chris Baer, President & CEO
Jeff Paul, Executive Vice President
Larry Griffin, VP - Program Management
Andrei Katibnikov, VP - Information Technology
Joe Meyer, VP - Business Development
Beth San Filippo, Director of Finance
Jenna Karczewski, Executive Assistant

05/26/2026

VIPAR Heavy Duty took full advantage of all opportunities available at CVSN's Heavy Duty Education Week 2026 in Indianapolis. We learned, networked, and presented alongside our distributors and supplier partners. It was a week dedicated to training, leadership development, and hands-on product education, elevating careers and the heavy duty industry.

🤝 Mike Wells and Jeremy Whiting, Directors of Business Development, welcomed attendees to our trade show booth and networking reception.
🎤 Beth SanFilippo, Director of Finance, presented "Understanding Financial Fundamentals for Truck Parts Distribution" to the GenNext 2.0 track.
🧐 Kirstin Finneran, Communications & Media Relations, participated as a student in the GenFirst track.

⚙️ Great to see our VHD & PHD Distributors!
3rd East Auto Parts NAPA
Action Truck Parts Inc.
Childers Auto and Truck Parts
Madison Spring, Inc
PBS Truck Parts
Sadler Power Train
Scientific Brake & Equipment
State Spring Alignment & Brake
Thermo King Central California
Total Truck Parts

05/22/2026

Members of the VIPAR Heavy Duty Content Team returned from Auto Care Association's Auto Care Connect to report that importance of content and data continues to dominate conversations when it comes to heavy duty truck parts and getting them through the supply chain as efficiently and accurately as possible. Thanks to Andrea Lily, Content Services Manager, and James Dalton, Content Specialist for sharing their knowledge and experience.

05/21/2026

Power Heavy Duty is pleased to welcome Zaragoza Truck Parts LLC, a family‑owned truck parts and service provider based in Artesia, New Mexico, to the network as a new member.

“Our business grew out of our own experience in the trucking industry,” said Othoniel Alvidrez Jr., purchasing agent for Zaragoza Truck Parts. “My father drove trucks for years, and getting parts often required traveling several hours or losing an entire day waiting on delivery. Opening Zaragoza Truck Parts was our way of solving that problem for ourselves and for other drivers and fleets in southeastern New Mexico.”

Read the release 👉 https://loom.ly/gQpmLOw

05/19/2026

Congress is moving on Right to Repair THIS WEEK. The House Energy & Commerce Committee will consider including key provisions of the REPAIR Act in the Highway Bill. Take 30 seconds to send a letter to Congress using the link below. Even if you have already sent a letter, send another. This final push can make the difference.

Send a letter BEFORE MAY 21 👉 https://loom.ly/y8vDgDk

Protect your customers and your business. Tell Congress to support right to repair legislation for the auto industry today!

05/11/2026

VIPAR Heavy Duty is proud to share that two members of our Content Services Team will provide a heavy duty perspective at Auto Care Association's Auto Care Connect this week in Atlanta. Auto Care Connect is where leaders and diverse segments of the auto care world come together to ignite innovation, foster collaboration and accelerate the industry's growth. If you are part of the heavy duty industry, be sure to catch their presentations!
Andrea Lily, Content Services Manager
James Dalton, Content Specialist

05/08/2026

Congratulations to VIPAR Heavy Duty distributor Childers Auto & Truck Parts on the opening of their new location in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. This team is known for their hard work, focus on the customer, and getting trucks back on the road -- and it shows. Best wishes on your continued growth and success!

05/07/2026

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's International Roadcheck is May 12-14, 2026, and is an annual three-day event when CVSA-certified inspectors conduct compliance, enforcement and educational initiatives targeted at various elements of motor carrier, vehicle and driver safety.

This year's International Roadcheck will focus on cargo securement and electronic logging device (ELD) tampering and falsifications. Use this link to download their informational flyer in English, Spanish, or French 👉 https://loom.ly/V26DAaE.

If you have work to do on your truck in preparation for (or as a result of) the inspections, call on your local parts and service professional!
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04/30/2026

VIPAR Heavy Duty has recognized Truck-Lite Co., LLC and ECCO as its latest suppliers to earn the VIPAR Heavy Duty Strategic Partner designation. The two companies, both part of Clarience Technologies, join an elite group of suppliers that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the organization’s distributors, fleets, and strategic initiatives across the heavy-duty aftermarket.

Read the release 👉 https://loom.ly/1Mm4pwc