Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance announces addition of new Mexican shareholder

A recent announcement from the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc. has revealed that Mercado de Refacciones de Mexicali S.A. de C.V. has joined its membership. Based on the Baja of Mexico, the company covers the northern and southern parts of the state of Baja California and plans to convert their two warehouses and 19 auto parts stores to Auto Value locations.

With this addition, the Alliance's membership reaches 55 shareholders, eight located in Mexico, with combined sales in excess of $4 billion. Richard Morgan, Alliance president and CEO says: "We are pleased to welcome Mercado de Refacciones de Mexicali to our group and know that it will be a strong relationship that will last well into the future as we continue to build our presence in the Mexico market."

Luis Javier Salgado, principal of Mercado de Refacciones de Mexicali, adds: "We made the decision to join the Alliance based on their reputation in the market and their commitment to increase their presence in Mexico. We're excited at this next step in our company's growth and working with the Alliance group."

Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper is part of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, one of the largest auto parts distribution and marketing organizations in the world. As the source for quality parts and service for over 2,700 parts stores and an equal amount of certified service centers throughout North America, the Alliance prides itself on responding to the individual automotive needs of each customer and providing proven, quality service.

For more information about the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance and its members, visit the organization's Web site.