Automotive Parts Associates (APA), one of the fastest growing automotive aftermarket buying groups, has announced the appointment of Gary Thibault to its board of directors.

Gary Thibault is owner of Bestbuy Distributors Shareholder The Partsman in Oshawa, Ont.

According to Thibault, his appointment is an opportunity to serve APA’s shareholders and members as well as working to ensure they receive the best products and prices.

Steve Tucker, President of APA, went on to say, “With a career spanning more than 35 years in this industry, Gary is no novice. I see him as an asset to our exceptional leadership team, and I know he will hit the ground running.”

Thibault joined The Partsman, Inc. in 1990 and took ownership in 2001.

The Partsman, Inc. is located in Oshawa, Ontario and serves customers Sunday through Saturday.

About Automotive Parts Associates, Inc.

Automotive Parts Associates, Inc. is a shareholder-owned cooperative made up of over 475 independent auto parts distributor locations throughout North America.

For more information about APA or about membership opportunities, visit APA.parts.