Oct. 31, 2014—Brake Parts Inc. was recently honored by Uni-Select Canada by receiving the Innovator of the Year award for its Raybestos brand Element3 brake pads with Enhanced Hybrid Technology.
The award was presented on Oct. 23, during Uni-Select’s Supplier Appreciation Day and Awards Evening held in Toronto.
The Innovator of the Year award was presented by Gary O’Connor, president and chief operating officer of Automotive Canada Uni-Select, to Brian Kowalski, vice president of branded sales, Canada, Brake Parts Inc LLC.
“We would like to thank Uni-Select Canada for recognizing Brake Parts Inc with the prestigious Innovator of the Year award,” Kowalski said in a release. “As the world’s first enhanced hybrid brake pad, Element3 has been a real game changer for the industry and has been extremely well received in Canada. Our product innovation is a direct result of our cutting-edge technology, extensive research and development, and intense dedication to our customers through safety and quality. We are honored to help Uni-Select serve their network of installers and wholesalers with the best brake products in the aftermarket.”