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AUTOMOTIVE DISTRIBUTION NETWORK The Network is the umbrella organization for three of the premier groups in the auto care industry: Parts Plus, Auto Pride and Independent Auto Parts of America. Our combined strength and stability collectively consists of more than 300 WD locations that service more than 1,500 affiliated auto stores and 2,000 service centers throughout North America.

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The Network is the umbrella organization for three of the premier groups in the auto care industry: Parts Plus, Auto Pride and Independent Auto Parts of America. Our combined strength and stability collectively consists of more than 300 WD locations that service more than 1,500 affiliated auto stores and 2,000 service centers throughout North America.

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The Network was incorporated in January of 2005, when two already successful program groups, Parts Plus (AAAD) and IAPA (Independent Auto Parts of America) merged. In 2009, the Network added CMB Network and in early 2010, the Auto Pride Network was included. Also under the umbrella of the Network is Network Products Warehouse, LLC, the member-owned warehouse distribution facility based in Somerville, Tenn.

The Network Headquarters, located in Germantown, Tenn. provides an avenue of consolidation to any level in the distribution channel, recognizing that the automotive aftermarket is continually changing. Just as there shouldn’t be a “one-size-fits-all” approach to any division, the Network doesn’t limit a member to staying in one division. There is a method and a pathway to growth that each member can utilize that is specific to their needs and requirements. No longer will a member who has outgrown a group need to look elsewhere. The various brands in the Network have different requirements for their marketplace–which is why the professional staff is constantly updating the menu of offerings for all divisions.

Each individual member decides what programs and elements they want to use–product strategies, information and technology, marketing and training, and national accounts.

WHAT MAKES THE NETWORK DIFFERENT?At the Network, we take pride in knowing that we don’t just sign people up to join our group. Part of our business development strategy is focusing on direct “one-on-one” communication when engaging with perspective and existing members. We have this saying, “We don’t just send the pamphlets, we send the people.” Each of our divisions ensures that every member has their individual business needs addressed. By spending valuable time reviewing our programs, we can advise members which services can enhance their individual long-term success. Through this process, we gain knowledge and feedback to:

ìAid our inventory modeling and perfect our product line offerings. ìImprove existing programs, and implement new ones. ìProvide assistance to each member’s sales team and arm them with the

tools they need to tackle their marketplace. ìLeverage our technology platform to automate and centralize services.

AUTOMOTIVE DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

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A/C Service Equipment ................ 1, 30Air Compressors ............................... 34Air & Electric Tools ...................... 18-19Alignment Equipment ....................... 24Battery Service Equipment ............. 6-7Brake Service ................................... 17Cooling Units & Air Movers .............. 31Drill Bits ............................................. 14Fluid Exchange Equipment .............. 32Fuel Equipment & Accessories ........ 16Hand Cleaner .................................... 21Hand Tools ........................................ 11Headlight Alignment ......................... 33Heavy-Duty Equipment ............... 38-39Jacks ............................................ 12-13Leak Detection & Evacuation .........20DLifts .................................................. 2-5Lubrication Equipment ...................20CParts/Pressure Washers .................. 31Shop Equipment .........16, 30-31, 35-37Shop Lighting ................................... 15Shop Supplies ........................ 20E-20HSpecialty Repair Kits & Tires ........... 10Specialty Tools ........................8-9, 20BTPMS Tools/Accessories ................. 29Tire Service .......................22-23, 25-28Welding Equipment ...................20-20A

This symbol indicates products stocked at the Network Products Warehouse, LLC. Contact your Network representative or visit the.networkhq.org.

To view online:www.partsplustoolcat.com

GreatAmerica Leasing1-800-487-3636

www.greatamerica.com

Follow the Parts Plus Top Fuel Dragsterand NHRA Mello Yello Series driver

Clay Millicanduring our 2018 race season.

For More Information:

www.claymillican.comwww.partsplusmotorsports.com

HOT & NEW ITEMS

3rd Quarter 2018July/August/September

3RD QTR PRODUCT INDEX

Pricing good through 9-30-18

www.symtechcorp.net • www.batterychargers.com • www.fountainindustries.com

Not responsible for errors in printing. Prices subject to change without notice.Some products featured in this catalog are not available in certain areas.

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3rd Quarter 2018July/August/September

Freight Included$3,888 00

FINANCE: $105.21 / Mo.for 60 Months

R134a A/C Service System#34788NI• Automatic oil drain displays when to empty the

graduated container to replace oil • Automatically injects oil back into the vehicle’s

A/C systems • Visual / audible alarm notifies when service is

complete or if a problem has occurred • Vacuum leak test monitors level after evacuation,

informs of possible leak • Eliminates system-damaging

air without monitoring gauges or opening valves

• Automatic refrigerant refill• Vacuum feature: Defaults

to 15 min., programmable up to 99 min.

Air Impact Wrench#231HA-2• 1/2” Air impact• Retainer ring• 25 to 350 Ft.-lb. range• 590 Ft.-lb max torque• 2” Extended anvil• 1250 Blows per minute• 1/4” NPT Air inlet size• 90 PSI Required

pressure• Multi

Position Power Regulator

$139 50

Purchase 1 #GPF3LNA and receive (3) FREE Tubes of #KGTO250 Kresto Orange Boost Heavy-Duty

Hand Cleaner with Purchase

Heavy-Duty Foam Hand Cleanser#GPF3LNA• Unique hand cleanser

that quickly and effectively removes oil, grease and general industrial grime from your hands, without leaving them feeling dry, tough or cracked

• One application out cleans up to 3 applications of traditional pumice based hand cleaners

• No dangerous ingredients like petroleum distillates or pumice

$39 59

Orange BoostHeavy-Duty Hand Cleaner#KGTO250• For cleaning

heavy grease and grime

• Natural, biodegradable cornmeal scrubbers

• VOC/CARB Compliant

PSE1 Power Steering Fluid Exchanger#33010000• Weighs 22lbs with built-in carrying handle• 12V operation with low battery warning indicator• Separate, high-volume pumps and hoses• No cross-contamination of new and used fluids• Interchangeable 5qt new and used fluids tanks• Swap new fluid tanks with a simple click to

prevent cross-contamination• Electronic, hand-held control wand

for precise fluid dispensing• Optional cart with built-on 12V

AGM battery and battery charger• Optional adapters to connect directly to new

quart and gallon power steering fluid containers• Can be mounted on the same 12V powered cart

and paired with the DFE1• 1-Year Warranty; made in the USA• Free factory direct lifetime technical support

$999 00

DFE1 Differential Fluid Exchanger#32010000• Completely self-contained• Air actuated high-volume pumps• Interchangeable 5qt new and used fluid tanks• Swap new fluid tanks with a simple click to

prevent cross-contamination• Electronic, hand-held control wand for precise

fluid dispensing• Includes custom built cart with mounted &

enclosed 12V AGM battery and battery charger for easy service on rear transfer case while vehicle is on the lift

• 1-Year Warranty• Free factory direct lifetime technical support• Made in the USA

Freight Included

Freight Included

$1,599 00 FINANCE: $37.66 / Mo.for 60 Months

Heated Mobile Parts/Brake Washer System #14740• Bioremediating parts washing system constantly

maintains the cleanliness of the OzzyJuice® cleaning/degreasing solution without the need for hauling; less expensive to use than solvents

• Non-hazardous; non-flammable• 400 Lb. load capacity• Mobile dolly with locking casters• Large oversized sink• Adjustable thermostat 105º to 115º• Pump capacity @ 300 GPH• Includes (3) 5-gallon containers of

OzzyJuice® and 1 filter

Freight Included

$1,898 00

FINANCE: $44.70 / Mo.for 60 Months

Rechargeable Worklight#SL1360RU• Lithium ion 360° cordless work light and magnetic

torch �• 2 Swivel hooks and three covered magnets allow

hands-free operation �• 10 Super-bright SMD LEDs �• High-powered 3W directional torch �• Multifunction switch for high/low and torch

function �• Charging port for included USB and Micro USB

cable• Unique ball joint enables 360° swivel and tilt �• Rechargeable lithium ion battery �

Freight NOT Included

$66 50

$9 VALUE!FREE

PRODUCT STRATEGYThe product department focuses on providing a well-defined strategy that arms our members and their customers with the most relevant parts coverage. By leveraging pricing, inventory control, sourcing, purchasing and warehouse operations, we deliver brand-driven products that address the high demands technicians require.

Member WDs provide valuable “street intelligence” that enables us to better understand the ever-changing market conditions, product innovations, pricing and quality control that are required in today’s industry. Utilizing the information we obtain and other valuable sources, the product team works diligently with manufacturer partners to offer the most effective purchasing, marketing, promotional and training programs, while ensuring the highest-quality product and service.

TOOLS and EQUIPMENT/COLLISION PRO CATALOGS Many key product offerings are featured in our quarterly Tools and Equipment and Collision Pro (for body shops) catalogs. These catalogs feature the most recognized professional shop products in the industry. Many of our vendors provide a drop-ship program, where no inventory or open account is necessary. Many of these products are stocked at Network Products Warehouse.

NETWORK PRODUCTS WAREHOUSE, LLC (NPW)Our member-owned warehouse stocks hard-to-buy, hard-to-source, special-purchase opportunities and nameplate product lines. NPW was established to make buying product easier for our membership. NPW sells products in the smallest bar-coded quantity, as opposed to case quantities that manufacturers typically require.Product is purchased on a mix / match basis with a combined minimum purchase requirement of $2,500 (to qualify for prepaid freight). NPW is also utilized as a split point for container ordering.

Recently, NPW developed direct import programs on a few high-profile categories that provide members the ability to blend their current product offerings while significantly improving their margins.

PRODUCT OBJECTIVES

ìFirst to MarketìAnnual Program ReviewsìCategory Line AnalysisìCatalogingìMarket IntelligenceìService Dealer Preferred BrandsìInventory ModelingìOpportunistic BuysìPrivate-Label ProductsìUp-to-Date Policy Changes

PRICING/INVENTORY AVAILABILITY

ìProduct Information and Pricing is Accessed on Network PartShareìInventory Availability is Accessed on Network WebShop

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MARKETING SUPPORTThe Network strives to deliver all members various levels of marketing assistance–as little or as much as their individual needs require. Through a comprehensive menu of marketing support, we provide the membership with a consistent platform that cohesively links the distribution chain together. Programs: ìCar Care Center and Auto Service Experts Shop Programs ìCustomer Incentive Trips ì Interior and Exterior Identification ìProduct Promotions through Network Intelligence and WebShop ìPrint and Digital Trade Advertising ìSocial Media Outlets (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) ìNetworkNews ìNational Promotions ìAdvisory Council ìOpen House Kits ìPromotional Materials

SHOP PROGRAMSThe Parts Plus Car Care Center and Auto Service Experts shop programs assist our members in selling additional services through tailor-made programs. These programs strengthen the competitive edge of our WDs, project a professional image, increase profitability and expand their customer base.

Program Details: ì(3) Consumer Rebate Promotions/Year ìNorth American Parts and Labor Warranty ìProfessional Signage ìLabor Guide Discounts ìNational Promotions ìRoadside Assistance ìDigital Menu Boards ìRoad Hazard and Roadside Assistance ìCintas National Pricing Program ìASE Test Reimbursement

2019CustomerExposition

Punta Cana, Domincan RepublicJanuary 19-23, 2019 &January 26-30, 2019

GOURMET DINING & DRINKSIndulge in an expansive array of international cuisine at one of our five gourmet restaurants and a wine cellar – reservations are never required. Or sneak away for a romantic meal in your suite or on the beach.

24-hour dining options allow guests to enjoy late night bites at the Carnival Buffet. Or stay in and order room service. It’s all available at any hour day or night. Your Unlimited-Luxury® privileges include all meals as well as top-shelf spirits. Himitsu – Asian Fusion La Riviera – International BuffetOceana – Gourmet Seafood Portofino – Italian Seaside Grill – Grilled Specialties Wine Cellar – Private Dining Barracuda – Beachside Bar Freshco – Swim-Up Bar La Habana – Open-Air Lobby Bar Marlin – Beach Bar Rendezvous – Lobby Bar The Lounge – Lobby Bar ACTIVITIESFrom dazzling days to evenings of magic – do it all or nothing at all. There are so many different ways to play. Float around in the expansive, freeform swimming pool or catching a movie out on the beach. The choices are all yours.

INDOOR/OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESFreeform Pool Outdoor WhirlpoolBeach Volleyball Bowling AlleyPool Tables Aerobics & Dance ClassesSpanish Classes Big Screen Movie on the BeachTennis Clinics WATER SPORTSIntroductory Scuba LessonSailingWindsurfingKayaksFishingSnorkelingHobie Cats ENTERTAINMENT• Indoor theatre featuring live shows and nightly entertainment• Nightly outdoor entertainment• Theme nights• Dominican Tianguis – weekly market featuring local handicrafts, art and jewelry• Eclipse Nightclub – open-air disco and lounge with swimming pool and view to the stars• On-site casino next door at Now Larimar• Theme nights weekly at the pool or on the beach (weather permitting)

At Parts Plus, we know the value of customer expectations...and we exceed them!

Knowledge...Honesty... Integrity...Trust.

Contact your local Parts Plus WD for more details or contact us directly at: [email protected]

This program provides additional value-added benefits to shops:ì36 Months/36,000 Miles

Parts & Labor Warrantyì(4) Mile 1 Warranty

Claims for Parts and Labor

ìDouble ASE Test Reimbursement: $50 per Qualifying Test

ìRental Car Reimbursement

ì(4) No Cost Technical Training Webinars

ìDouble Points for Repair America Promos

1-800-727-8112Email: [email protected]

DiscoverYOUR

differencewith a turn-key

solution.$25 GIFT CARD

WINTER IS COMING! We test BATTERY & EL ECTRICAL SYSTEMSReceive up to a

with the qualifyingpurchase andinstallation of abattery, starter oralternator.

PLATINUM PROGRAM

PARTICIPATING POINTS MANUFACTURERS Purchase product from these manufacturers, and YOU WILL GET A POINT FOR EVERY DOLLAR SPENT. Every week, your web page will reflect the points you have earned and list the weekly and monthly winners.

Your registration and web page can be tracked at: www.networksweepstakes.com.

YOURREGISTRATIONCODE

Your registration and web page can be tracked at www.networksweepstakes.com.

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NHRA MOTORSPORTSFor eight years, The Network and Parts Plus Motorsports has sponsored Clay Millican, driver of the Parts Plus Top Fuel Dragster on the NHRA Mello Yellow racing circuit. During the season (February through November), we provide the ultimate fan experience through our ClubRev VIP Hospitality events. Customers enjoy weekend-long race events, meet Clay, see and hear the Pit Crew as they work on the car, and actively engage with local WDs and sponsors.

MARKETING and BUSINESS SERVICESOur various levels of Marketing and Business Services are available to meet your individual business needs. We work with members to develop programs that cohesively link the distribution chain together with dedicated partners.

ìOperations ìOffice / Back Office ìInsurance ìTravel

These business service suppliers are committed to providing the very best pricing to all program participants.

Automotive Distribution Network Headquarters3085 Fountainside Dr., Suite 210 • Germantown, TN 38138(901) 682-9090 • www.networkhq.org

CINTAS DEEPCLEAN

172178 R0517

UNIFORMS | FACILITY SERVICES | FIRST AID & SAFETY | FIRE PROTECTION

CUSTOM FLOORING CARE, PROFESSIONALLY DELIVEREDSave money, and let Cintas extend the life of your carpet, tile, grout, carpet tile, vinyl composition tile (VCT) or even concrete.

Deep clean service is delivered by certified technicians who know how to balance the key elements of clean: temperature, time, agitation and chemicals. Your needs come first, so services are customized to fit your unique workplace and schedule, and ensure the best, most consistent results without damaging your floors.

The Cintas arsenal of industry-leading equipment means your floors get professional service to help them look spick-and-span once more. We deliver an array of tools and technology to your business – including portable units, roto-scrubbers, wet vacs and our truck – to provide the best results.

A clean floor says “welcome” to your customers. A floor deeply cleaned on a routine basis elevates your positive image and helps your flooring last longer. Cintas delivers our proven method of deep cleaning so that you’ll know your floors are both properly cared for and projecting a sparkling clean image.

We remove between 90 and 100 percent of soil, along with water and moisture. This prevents microscopic fungal growth, ensures quick dry time and meets the highest standard of texture retention. Our technology is powerful, but not harmful.

Being Ready for the Workday® begins here. To learn more or to get started, contact the Cintas National Service Team at 800.795.7368 or [email protected].

Take your floor care to the next level

A recent case study revealed that regularly scheduled floor cleanings cut the cost of maintenance by 22 percent and doubles the life of a floor.*

BEFORE

AFTER

*Bodo, R., & Meents, M. (2014). “A Case Study and Description of the Comprehensive Floor Care Plan of Carpet Maintenance.” The Journal of Cleaning, Restoration, & Inspection, Volume 1 (Issue 3), 10-15.CONTACT:

Pam MeeksAccount ManagerCintas Corporation6800 Cintas Blvd, W53 Mason, Ohio 45040Phone: 513-701-2038Email: [email protected] www.cintas.com

Automotive Distribution Network Headquarters3085 Fountainside Dr., Suite 210 • Germantown, TN 38138(901) 682-9090 • www.partsplus.com

AVITUS

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

CONTACT:WALLY STILZBusiness Development [email protected] Cell

Account # 8012 871 0881

© 2018 Office Depot, Inc. All rights reserved.Office Depot is a trademark of The Office Club, Inc. OfficeMax is a trademark of OMX, Inc.

Network Members,get access to your special pricing andmore with your Store Purchasing Card: Heather Kinley

(855) 337-6811 ext. [email protected]

Office Depot is a trademark of The Office Club, Inc. OfficeMax is a trademark of OMX, Inc. © 2018 Office Depot, Inc. All rights reserved.

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NETWORK TECHNOLOGYWe connect WDs with their suppliers of products for resale and reduce the cost of doing business between members and suppliers by leveraging

technology to automate and centralize services. Our team of content managers validate supplier information while assisting them with adopting industry standards. They also provide suggested supplier selling prices. This information is available to members through PartShare and supplements content in NetIntell and WebShop. Additionally, this information is utilized to validate transactions in our Central Billing system.

Our team provides training and support while managing ongoing system development. In addition, we provide Software as a Service (SaaS) to our members and suppliers. We develop and license software on behalf of our members–much more than an “endorsement” of third parties. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring the solutions evolve to meet the needs of our customers, working with focus groups of those who use the software every day.

Programs:ìNetwork Intelligence® - Business Intelligence and Demand Forecast

System powered by Epicor Vista Stock what will sell where it will sell, not what sold somewhere.ìNetwork PartShare® - Product Information Management System Obtain the information you need, the way you need it, from a single source.ìCentral Billing Services - Connects Members to Regional/National Chains Conduct business with national fleets and chains that otherwise say no to

local suppliers.ìNetwork Connect® - Electronic Order Processing System Get the benefits of EDI and automated matching from most of your

suppliers not just a few.ìStratus® - Point of Sale, Distribution Management, Warehouse

Management, Accounts Payable and General Ledger The benefits of industry leading software made affordable through

Network hosting, implementation, and support. Grow your business and profitability while reducing overhead.

ìNetwork WebShop® - B2B and B2C e-Commerce Solution (Wholesale Online Store)

Reduce your costs while increasing your online product availability and offer more reasons for customers to use your site.

ìNetwork PartExpert® and LaserCat 3® - Replacement Parts Cataloging for POS Systems plus OE Carry Forward, Interchange, Item Expert, and more Enterprise Licensed by The Network

Provides the most robust application catalog in the industry to our members at a substantial savings.

ìElite EXTRA™ - Delivery Tracking with WebShop and Stratus Integration. Other systems integrated: Vision, Prism and PartsWatch

Leverage existing mobile devices with the best rate possibleìWebFetch - Price Shop Solutions Compare product and part pricing, validate catalog, identify differing

price zones and monitor MAP pricing compliance

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Our goal is to provide our members and their suppliers with the best information available in the auto care industry to help them sell more product!

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NATIONAL ACCOUNTSFor more than 35 years, the Network has provided consistent coverage to national account customers nationwide. Currently, we service more than 12,000 national account locations where we provide hot-shot and scheduled deliveries, special orders for hard-to-find parts, and foreign and domestic parts–all while being highly competitive.

By providing more than 200 product lines and 2.5 million SKUs, the Network can service light, medium and heavy-duty markets.

Through our Central Billing Portal, members can service customers they may not otherwise be able to reach, which provides a larger delivery footprint, faster deliveries, better service and more rebates to members. Our customers include:

ìFleet AccountsìMunicipalities,

Telecom Companies, Airlines and Electrical Providers

ìState, County and City Contracts

NATIONAL ACCOUNTS DETAILS

The National Accounts department encompasses a dedicated sales staff that assists WDs with their e-Commerce efforts, central billing (guaranteed pricing and detailed reporting) and inventory management.

N! NEXUSN! NEXUS Automotive International is an innovative, value-focused global alliance of automotive parts distributors, with offices in Geneva (HQ), Paris, Dubai, Sao Paulo and Johannesburg covering Europe, Middle-East Africa, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Being a part of NEXUS in the North America alliance provides The Network access to vendors that we previously were unable to do business with–therefore increasing our global sourcing footprint.

The NEXUS objective is to achieve aggressive growth around the world, with no specific channel or territory restrictions and with strong overall presence in fast-growing markets in Africa, the Middle East, U.S., Latin America and Asia-Pacific. NEXUS responds quickly to developing opportunities and to the requirements of key suppliers and partners–including selective global partnerships with the most important O.E. manufacturers.

NexusNorth America

WHAT NEXUS DOES

N! creates a combined bargaining power at international levels with global parts manufacturers. Consequently, we increase the power of our members by:• Access to global levels

of decision making• International bonus• Support for strategic

business negotiations

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3085 Fountainside DriveSuite 210

Germantown, TN 38138(901) 682-9090

www.networkhq.org