Aftermarket continues to be healthy, Vipar conference hears

MARCO ISLAND, Fla -- Times are good everywhere in the trucking industry and Chris Baer, president and CEO of Vipar Heavy Duty, confirmed that this applies to the aftermarket segment as well. “It’s a good time to be in the truck parts business these days,” he said during the company’s annual conference in Marco Island, Fla.

Vipar, Meritor ink distribution deal

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL - Meritor and Vipar Heavy Duty have signed a new long-term agreement that will see Vipar offer a growing portfolio of Meritor products.

VIPAR conference to discuss the future in Florida

CRYSTAL LAKE, ILL - This October parts distributors, suppliers, and industry associates will converge on Orlando, Florida to discuss the future of the independent heavy-duty aftermarket. VIPAR Heavy Duty announced its 2017 business conference, running from Oct. 15-20 in the sunshine state, with the theme "foundation for the future."

Vipar names exec team, eyes $1-billion target

LAS VEGAS, NV - Vipar Heavy Duty has set aggressive goals for the next five years, and promoted several executives who will be responsible for meeting them.

Baer named president at Vipar Heavy Duty

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL - Chris Baer has been named the new president of Vipar Heavy Duty, the company announced during its annual business conference.

New VIPAR distribution centers will specialize in brakes

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. -- VIPAR Heavy Duty is setting up two parts distribution centers in the U.S. to provide timely service to its distributors and customers across North America.