The Parts Authority

What The Parts Authority does

Parts Authority, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Lake Success/New Hyde Park, NY, is a private, founder-owned national distributor of automotive and truck replacement parts to the U.S. aftermarket. The company operates a branch-led platform with more than 250 locations across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-West, Pacific Northwest, Southwest, and Southeast, distributing a catalog of over 3 million parts spanning OEM and aftermarket brands (AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, Exide). It complements parts distribution with shop equipment from Hunter Engineering, Bendpak, Robinair, and Rotary, plus the PA Cargo transmission-kit line; approximately 9% of parts sold are remanufactured under a core-charge model that consumes only about 15% of the energy of new parts.

The company monetizes through one-time parts sales across five primary commercial segments: service centers, jobbers, fleets, national accounts, and collision repair shops, with additional transactional revenue from tools/equipment sales (including Clicklease-financed leases) and ancillary core fees. Go-to-market blends enterprise field sales (dedicated Fleet Sales Professionals and a national accounts team serving 20,000+ accounts) with inside sales (my.partsauthority.com, IMC Web Warehouse, and BOPIS at bopis.partsauthority.com), supported by the Pronto Network loyalty program covering more than 3,000 shops with nationwide warranty, roadside assistance, ASE reimbursement, and rewards. Technology layers include Voice AI Services for automated telephone handling, routing algorithms on delivery-vehicle tablets, and compliance with ACES/PIES catalog data standards over 800,000+ active SKUs.

The Parts Authority has grown through at least ten acquisitions since 2017, including a five-deal spree in 2021-2022 (Cost Less Auto Parts, Levine Auto and Truck Parts, Gem Auto Parts, National Autobody Parts Warehouse, and B&L Auto Parts and Paint), with the National Autobody Parts Warehouse platform positioned for further national expansion following David Morris's October 2024 return as SVP of Business Development, Collision & Private Label and the February 2025 reaffirmation of co-founder Randy Buller as President and CEO. Founder-ownership, full management depth (CCO, CFO, CIO, CHRO, CSO, General Counsel), and industry recognition (2025 ACE Award for Excellence in Education, Diamond Lifetime Trustee at University of the Aftermarket Foundation) round out the operating profile.

Name

The Parts Authority

Legal name

Parts Authority, LLC

Website

http://partsauthority.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Parts Authority is a private, founder-owned U.S. distributor of aftermarket automotive and truck parts operating 250+ branches, a 3 million-part catalog, and the Pronto Network loyalty program serving service centers, jobbers, fleets, national accounts, and collision repair shops.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Aftermarket Parts Distribution

NAICS

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), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)

akta.pro primary industry

Mechanical replacement parts distribution (engine, drivetrain, steering, suspension, brakes) (CRAOANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Collision repair & body parts distribution (sheet metal, bumpers, mirrors, glass, airbags) (CRAOANAE), Maintenance, service & repair (MSR) parts distribution (filters, belts, hoses, wipers, fluids) (CRAOANAB), Tools, shop equipment & garage supplies distribution (diagnostic tools, lifts, compressors, PPE) (CRAOANAG), Heavy-duty truck, trailer & commercial vehicle parts distribution (CRAOANAJ), Accessories & appearance products distribution (interior/exterior accessories, detailing, car care) (CRAOANAI)

Keywords

• Aftermarket auto parts
• Automotive parts distribution
• Truck parts supply
• Fleet parts management
• Collision parts distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Rockville Centre

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aftermarket Auto Parts Distribution: Core revenue stream from distribution of aftermarket automotive and truck replacement parts to commercial customers including service centers, jobbers, fleets, and national accounts. Revenue generated through direct sales of parts across an extensive catalog of over 3 million parts covering virtually every automotive application.
2. Tools and Equipment Sales: Sale of automotive repair equipment including compressors, lubrication equipment, alignment systems, wheel service, automotive lifts, A/C machines, and more from brands like Hunter Engineering, Bendpak, Robinair, and Rotary. Installation and annual lift inspections available in certain markets.
3. Transmission Parts and Kits: Specialized cargo/transmission parts including Deluxe Kits, Overhaul Kits, seals, gaskets, friction clutches, and steel plates for transmission rebuilding and repair.
4. Remanufactured Parts: Approximately 9% of parts sold are remanufactured, involving core charges where customers receive refund/credit upon returning the core. Remanufactured parts require only 15% of the energy, materials, processing, and emissions as new parts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Parts Authority distributes over 3 million aftermarket automotive and truck replacement parts, sourced from OEM manufacturers and top aftermarket brands, through a network of 250+ US branch locations and e-commerce platforms. Its offerings are organized into dedicated programs for service centers, jobbers, fleets, national accounts, and collision repair shops, and include shop equipment, PA Cargo transmission kits, and a Pronto Network loyalty program serving 3,000+ shops.

Product overview

Parts Authority is a leading national distributor of automotive and truck parts to the aftermarket industry, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Lake Success, NY. The company operates a platform-plus-services model with a core catalog of over 3 million aftermarket auto parts (including OEM and aftermarket supplies from brands like AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, and Exide), complemented by specialized product categories including collision parts (with CAPA certified options), equipment/tools (from Hunter Engineering, Bendpak, Robinair, Rotary), and PA Cargo transmission kits. Service offerings include Pronto Network loyalty program (3,000+ shops), Fleet Solutions, National Accounts (20,000+ accounts), Service Centers, Jobbers wholesale program, and Business Support. The company has acquired over a dozen companies in recent years including Cost Less Auto Parts, Levine Auto and Truck Parts, Gem Auto Parts, National Autobody Parts Warehouse, and B&L Auto Parts and Paint, operating under d/b/a names including Penny Pincher Auto Parts, Automotive Products, National Autobody Parts Warehouse, and IMC Web Warehouse. A notable technology feature is Voice AI Services for automated customer telephone interactions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PA Cargo: Transmission kits including Deluxe Kits and Overhaul Kits for transmission rebuilding and leak repairs
• Pronto Network
• Pronto Programs

Products and services

• Aftermarket Auto Parts Distribution Distribution of over 3 million aftermarket automotive and truck replacement parts from OEM manufacturers and top aftermarket brands (AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, Exide), covering virtually every vehicle application. Sold through 250+ branch locations and e-commerce channels to commercial customers including service centers, jobbers, fleets, and national accounts.
• My.PartsAuthority Customer Portal Secure online customer login portal providing account management, order history, statements, and order management capabilities for commercial accounts including service centers, jobbers, fleets, and national accounts.
• IMC Web Warehouse Web-based ordering platform for Parts Authority customers, providing online access to warehouse inventory for import and aftermarket parts ordering.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 9% of parts sold are remanufactured, requiring only 15% of the energy, materials, processing, and emissions as new parts
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Auto Care Association (Sustainability Committee)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2023Parts Authority was among key advocates in the 2023 creation of a new Sustainability Committee at the Auto Care Association. The committee is chaired by Ben Spitz, VP of Strategy & Sustainability, and seeks to generate dialogue and action regarding environmental opportunities and challenges across the automotive aftermarket industry.
• University of the Aftermarket FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParts Authority has been a steadfast UAF supporter for over 35 years, becoming a Lifetime Trustee in 2021 and expanding to Diamond Lifetime Trustee level in 2023. Provides funding for aftermarket education programs and research.
• Women in Auto CareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity of the Auto Care Association providing opportunities, education and career leadership to women in the auto care industry through conferences, networking, scholarships, education, data, awards and mentorship program.
• ClickleaseminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerParts Authority partnered with Clicklease to help customers get equipment for low monthly payments customized to fit budget. No hard credit check and no documents needed. Provides instant decision in seconds for up to $25,000.
• Mr. October FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFounded by MLB legend Reggie Jackson, works to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged youth. Parts Authority is a proud Corporate Partner for the foundation's Celebrity Golf Classic fundraiser.
• Top Automotive Brands (AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, Exide)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParts Authority sources original parts from OEM manufacturers and highest quality aftermarket suppliers. Has relationships with best brands in the industry including AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, and Exide.
• Pronto NetworkcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJoin over 3,000 shops across the United States taking advantage of nationwide warranty, roadside assistance, ASE test reimbursing for technicians, marketing programs and more. Parts Authority Loyalty program provides all Pronto Network offers plus rewards for purchases.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Advance Auto Parts: Major U.S. aftermarket parts retailer with a growing commercial program (Advance Professional). Comparable parts categories and customer base but primarily retail-tilted, similar scale to Parts Authority.
• AutoZone: Largest U.S. aftermarket parts retailer with growing commercial program (Commercial program serving fleets and installers). Overlapping product breadth though predominantly retail/DIY focused versus Parts Authority's commercial emphasis.
• Dorman Products: U.S. aftermarket automotive parts manufacturer and supplier specializing in replacement parts and upgrades. Comparable product categories (drivetrain, steering, electrical) and is even listed as a Parts Authority supplier partner, making it both a peer and ecosystem participant.
• O'Reilly Automotive: Large publicly traded aftermarket parts retailer/distributor with significant commercial (Pro) channel business serving professional installers. Comparable product breadth and customer base but more retail-skewed than Parts Authority.
• Standard Motor Products: U.S. manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts for engine management, temperature control, and electrical categories in the aftermarket. Comparable product overlap and serves overlapping channels of distribution and service professionals.

Regional players

• Uni-Select: Canadian-based distributor of automotive aftermarket parts and refinish products serving Canada and the U.S. Comparable distribution model and customer segments, though primarily Canadian-centric.
• Bapcor Limited: Leading Australian aftermarket automotive parts distributor with trade, retail, and service segments. Comparable distribution-led model and customer programs, but operates in Australia/NZ rather than the U.S.

Direct peers

• Auto-Wares Group of Companies: Mid-sized aftermarket parts distributor operating across the Midwest with retail stores, warehouse distribution, and commercial programs. Directly comparable business model targeting service centers and wholesale jobbers.
• Genuine Parts Company: NAPA's parent and the largest U.S. distributor of automotive aftermarket parts, operating a comparable distribution and commercial-channel model serving service centers, fleets, and national accounts. Most directly comparable peer given similar go-to-market focus on the commercial installer channel.
• Fisher Auto Parts: Privately held automotive aftermarket distributor serving professional installers, jobbers, and fleets across the Eastern U.S. Highly comparable commercial-channel distribution model and customer mix to Parts Authority.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A5 records

Investments1 record

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