Multispares

What Multispares does

Multispares is a privately held Australian truck and bus parts distributor founded in 1976 and headquartered in Sydney, with operations spanning 25 company-owned branches across Australia and New Zealand. The business imports and stocks approximately 60,000 active part numbers spanning brake, engine, transmission, drivetrain, suspension, electrical, filtration, cooling, steering, and trailer components for European (Daf, Dennis, Iveco, Man, Mercedes, Scania, Volvo), Japanese (Hino, Isuzu, Mitsubishi Fuso, Nissan UD), and American (Cat, Ford, Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Mack, Sterling, Western Star) commercial vehicle brands, alongside a dedicated bus parts vertical. The company also holds authorised distribution rights for Jaltest multi-brand, multi-system diagnostic tooling and is a factory distributor for King Long bus parts. Carrying approximately $100 million in inventory, operating a fleet of roughly 100 in-house delivery vehicles, and processing around 5,000 invoices per day, Multispares monetises primarily through B2B hardware sales of aftermarket parts to fleet operators, owner-drivers, bus operators, independent workshops, and trailer operators. Customer relationships are managed through the MultiPit secure online portal for approved workshops and fleets, supplemented by a Parts Hotline and branch-level account managers; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company also operates Multispares Racing in the Touring Car Masters series and engages in industry events and digital marketing channels.

Name

Multispares

Legal name

Multispares

Website

https://multispares.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Multispares is a privately held Australian and New Zealand distributor of aftermarket truck, bus and trailer parts, importing and stocking ~60,000 SKUs across 25 branches to serve fleet operators, bus operators, independent workshops and trailer owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Parts Distribution

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers (423120), Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers (42312)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010)

akta.pro primary industry

Heavy-duty truck, trailer & commercial vehicle parts distribution (CRAOANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Trailer, Chassis & Container Parts Distribution (TLAKAOAC), Maintenance, service & repair (MSR) parts distribution (filters, belts, hoses, wipers, fluids) (CRAOANAB)

Keywords

• Truck parts distribution
• Bus parts supply
• Commercial vehicle aftermarket
• Heavy vehicle diagnostics
• Truck and trailer parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices27 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aftermarket Parts Sales: Sale of replacement parts for trucks, buses, and trailers. The company stocks approximately 60,000 active part numbers and carries around $100 million in inventory across distribution centres and branches. Products span multiple categories including brake, engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical components for European, Japanese, and American truck brands.
2. Jaltest Diagnostics Distribution: Authorised distribution of Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tools and systems for commercial vehicles.
3. Bus Parts Supply: Factory distribution of King Long bus parts and catalogue support for Bustec chassis and other bus manufacturers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Multispares imports and distributes high-quality aftermarket replacement parts for trucks, buses, and heavy trailers operating in Australian and New Zealand markets. The company stocks approximately 60,000 active part numbers with around $100 million in inventory across 25 branches, supplied through an in-house delivery fleet of about 100 vehicles. It also serves as the authorised distributor of Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tools for commercial vehicles and operates the MultiPit secure online B2B portal for catalogue access and ordering by approved workshops and fleets.

Product overview

Multispares is a truck and bus parts business operating since 1976, importing high-quality replacement parts for trucks and buses in Australian and New Zealand markets. The company operates a core product platform called MultiPit - an online B2B portal that provides secure catalog access, integrated scanning systems for consignment stores, and inventory management for workshops and fleets. The product portfolio spans 15 distinct product categories covering all major truck systems (Brake, Engine, Cooling, Clutch, Drivetrain, Electric, Filtration, Lubrication, Steering, Suspension, Trailer, Turbochargers, Wheel End, Accessories, and Diagnostics). The flagship diagnostic product is Jaltest Multi-Brand Diagnostics - the world's leading multi-system diagnostic tool for commercial vehicles. The company supplies parts for European brands (Daf, Dennis, Iveco, Man, Mercedes, Scania, Volvo), Japanese brands (Hino, Isuzu, Mitsubishi Fuso, Nissan UD), and American brands (Cat, Ford, Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Mack, Sterling, Western Star), along with comprehensive bus parts and trailer components. Multispares stocks approximately 60,000 active part numbers with around $100 million in inventory across 25 branches.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Multispares Racing: Company racing team competing in Touring Car Masters series, featuring driver Ryan Hansford in a Holden Torana A9X.

Products and services

• Jaltest Multi-Brand Diagnostics Multi-brand, multi-system diagnostic tool for trucks, buses, trailers, light commercial, agricultural, construction, and marine vehicles, supporting communication protocols including ODB, ODB11, J1939, J1708, EURO IV, EURO V, and RP1210, with features such as connector information, diagnosis, activations, ECU data, systems identification, systems configuration, measuring, component tests, reprogramming, error clearance, job records, and vehicle history. Sold to commercial vehicle workshops, fleets, and service centres.
• Truck Parts (European, Japanese, American and Trailer Brands) Aftermarket replacement parts for European (Daf, Dennis, Iveco, Man, Mercedes, Scania, Volvo), Japanese (Hino, Isuzu, Mitsubishi Fuso, Nissan UD), and American (Cat, Ford, Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Mack, Sterling, Western Star) truck brands, plus heavy trailer parts. Approximately 60,000 active part numbers are stocked, covering brake, engine, cooling, clutch, drivetrain, electric, filtration, lubrication, steering, suspension, trailer, turbocharger, wheel end, and accessories categories. Sold to fleet operators, workshops, and transport companies in Australia and New Zealand.
• Bus Parts High quality aftermarket alternative to OEM bus parts for most bus models, including King Long bus parts (factory distribution) and Bustec chassis support including late-generation double deckers, with ZF Fit & Forget remanufactured transmissions available. Parts supplied to bus operators, fleet managers, and transport companies in Australia and New Zealand.
• MultiPit Online Portal Secure online B2B portal providing approved workshops and fleet customers with catalogue access, account management, ordering, and integrated scanning systems for consignment stores. Used by commercial vehicle workshops and fleet operators across Australia and New Zealand.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Jaltest DiagnosticscoreTechnology or IntegrationMultispares is the authorised distributor for Jaltest Diagnostics, the world's leading multi-brand, multi-system diagnostic tool for trucks, buses and trailers. Jaltest supports multiple communication protocols and provides comprehensive diagnostic capabilities including connector information, diagnosis, activations, ECU data, systems configuration, measuring, component tests, reprogramming, and error clearance.
• King LongcoreTechnology or IntegrationMultispares was appointed a factory distributor of King Long bus parts approximately 18 months prior to 2021, making everything King Long operators need available from stock or through regular air freight shipments from China.
• ZF Services AustraliacoreTechnology or IntegrationZF Fit & Forget program - ZF remanufactured transmission program for bus and truck fleets, providing factory-quality rebuilt transmissions.
• BustecmajorTechnology or IntegrationMultispares has built strong catalogue and product support for all Bustec chassis', including their late generation Double Deckers, as part of expanded bus industry support.
• Peters MotorsportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPeters Motorsport prepares and maintains the Multispares racing team vehicles including the Torana A9X for Touring Car Masters competition, and builds custom race cars for the team.
• Team RubiconminorOthersMultispares supports Team Rubicon charity by supplying bus parts to refit donated buses as Mobile Command Centres for disaster relief efforts (Faith, Hope and Charity buses).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• TruckPro: US-based heavy-duty truck parts distributor operating across multiple states. Comparable to Multispares in product category (truck/trailer aftermarket parts) and workshop/fleet customer base.
• MaxiParts: ASX-listed Australian distributor of truck and automotive parts with national branch network. Direct peer given overlapping product categories (truck/auto parts), similar distribution model, and ANZ market focus.
• Truckline: Australia's largest independent truck parts distributor with a national branch network. Directly comparable to Multispares in product category (heavy-duty truck parts), customer base (fleets and workshops), and distribution model.
• FleetPride: Largest US independent distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts with ~300 locations. Closest international comparable in business model, product breadth, and multi-brand parts distribution strategy.
• Brown & Hurley: Australian heavy vehicle dealer and parts supplier for brands including Iveco, Mack, and Volvo. Comparable in target customer (commercial fleets), aftermarket parts offering, and ANZ distribution footprint.
• BPW Transpec: Australian trailer parts manufacturer and distributor focused on heavy trailer components. Comparable to Multispares' trailer parts line in target customer (trailer operators/fleets) and product category (axles, suspensions, brake parts).

Broad incumbents

• Continental Commercial Aftermarket: Global commercial vehicle parts manufacturer and aftermarket distributor. Comparable product categories (brake, drivetrain, filtration, electronics) and shared heavy-truck customer base.
• Genuine Parts Company (NAPA Auto Parts): Large US-listed aftermarket parts distributor with NAPA heavy-duty truck program. Comparable to Multispares in product breadth and B2B distribution model, but operates at significantly larger scale and broader vehicle coverage.
• ZF Aftermarket: Aftermarket division of ZF Group, one of Multispares' key technology partners. Comparable through its truck and bus transmission, driveline, and chassis parts portfolio and remanufactured components program.
• WABCO / ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions: Global supplier of braking, stability, and air management systems for commercial vehicles with strong aftermarket presence. Comparable through heavy-truck parts portfolio and fleet service support offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCE44mhFmnJVO6KMmyNyp99A/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/220033855019038
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/multispares-truck

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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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