First Brands Group Acquires Centric Parts

Dec. 7, 2020
With the deal, labels like C-TEK and StopTech will join the global parts company's portfolio.

Dec. 7, 2020—Global automotive parts company First Brands Group has officially acquired CentricParts, a leading manufacturer and supplier of replacement brake components, according to a press release.

With the acquisition, First Brand Group's portfolio of nine market-leading brands includes Raybestos brake solutions, FRAM filtration products, and StrongArm lift supports, will expand to include the Centric, C-TEK, Posi Quiet, and StopTech labels.

“We are excited to add Centric® Parts to our market-leading portfolio of aftermarket brands,”
said Guy Andrysick, President of Aftermarket for First Brands Group. “The addition of Centric Parts significantly expands our caliper capacity and breadth of catalog, and it positions us as the
clear market leader in aftermarket braking.”

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