Grote Industries named Alliance CVHD Heavy Duty Hauler Award winner

Grote Industries Award Winner

Grote Industries received The Aftermarket Alliance Auto Parts Inc. Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Duty (CVHD) Program Heavy Duty Hauler Award recently. 

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The award recognizes a channel partner whose strong relationship with the Alliance drives success through unwavering support in the field, training initiatives and a shared commitment to advancing the Alliance's CVHD program. 

"We are incredibly proud," says Rick Pate, national accounts manager for Grote. "The Alliance program has created immense opportunities for us at Grote. We are proud of this achievement and we couldn't be more grateful for the partnership we share. We're excited for what lies ahead and the opportunities that await." 

Steering Committee

The Alliance also celebrated record turnout as its membership and steering committees met at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week in Grapevine, Texas. It says the increase in attendance underscores the expanding influence and success of the Alliance CVHD program. 

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"We couldn't be more thrilled with the turnout at our steering committee meeting this year," says Mario Gonzalez, CVHD program manager for the Alliance. "This record attendance is a testament to how far the Alliance CVHD Program has come since its inception. Our participation in HDAW 2025 was an outstanding success, offering us the invaluable opportunity to meet face-to-face with key players in the heavy-duty industry, strengthening relationships with our channel partners and forging new connections in this great industry." 

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The Alliance CVHD Program includes brands such as Auto Value Truck Parts, Bumper to Bumper Truck Parts and All-Pro Truck Parts. It places an emphasis on advanced IT tools for inventory analysis, distribution efficiencies and e-commerce, positioning itself to help distributors thrive in the heavy-duty aftermarket. 

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