DR1V Adds 30,000 New Part Numbers to Boost Aftermarket Supply

DR1V has cut its product launch times in half to meet rising aftermarket demand, introducing 30,000 new part numbers and 27 new product lines across its portfolio of 30 brands.

At a November 3 press briefing during AAPEX in Las Vegas, DR1V Vice-Presidents Joseph Saoud and Rick Pack outlined the company’s accelerated growth strategy. Pack, Vice-President of Global Product Management, noted that the company halved its time-to-market to better serve repair shops. DR1V oversees 30 global aftermarket brands, including Walker, Fel-Pro, MOOG, Monroe, and Champion spark plugs.

According to Joseph Saoud, Vice-President and General Manager for Canada and the U.S., economic uncertainty is prompting motorists to keep their vehicles longer. This trend drives steady growth in replacement part demand, as drivers seek stronger value during maintenance and repairs.

While DR1V may add new suppliers to its portfolio, Pack stressed that quality remains non-negotiable. Many of the new product lines feature complete system assemblies designed to simplify complex repairs and prevent costly comebacks caused by missing hardware.

Through its Garage Gurus training program, DR1V also conducts roughly 14,000 in-shop visits annually to support technicians. Moving forward, the company will refine its market demand analysis to ensure parts availability where and when shops need them.