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

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. He is now the Principle APA Shareholder and also a member of BestBuy Distributors.