VIPAR adds Mexico-based stockholder

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. — Focused on Mexico's medium- and heavy-duty parts segments, Refacciones Generales Diésel Agrícola y Automotriz, S.A. de C.V. (RGDAYA) is the newest company to join the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of distributors as a stockholder.

Established in 1947, RGDAYA is considered among the top distributors in the heavy-duty aftermarket segment in Mexico.

The company started out distributing replacement parts for agricultural equipment and, according to VIPAR, over time broadened its offering to include light and heavy-duty products. RGDAYA continues to sell into the light duty and agricultural markets, but now is focused on offering on-road heavy duty engines, engine parts and aftermarket components.

RGDAYA also offers a broad selection that includes medium duty engine and heavy-duty driveline parts, including clutches, transmissions, differentials, suspension, steering, brakes and wheel end products.

“With its full coverage across Mexico, RGDAYA is a strategic addition to enhance VIPAR Heavy Duty's footprint across the country,” said Jim Pennig, VIPAR vice president of business development, noting the company looks forward to working with RGDAYA's management team “to help expand their business.”

VIPAR operates a network of independent aftermarket truck parts distributors in North America through more than 630 locations across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico. The company also operates two wholly owned subsidiaries, Global Parts Network L.L.C. and Power Heavy Duty L.L.C.