Auto-Wares Group of Companies Email Format
Motor Vehicle ManufacturingMichigan, United States201-500 Employees
Auto-Wares Group of Companies operates in the automotive parts distribution space. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the group has offered a full range of automotive parts since 1976, organized as a collection of specialized companies that emphasize inventory management, product knowledge, and program support. Its network includes Battery Specialists, Foreign Parts Specialists, Auto Paint, Auto Performance, Auto-Wares Tool Company, AWI-OE, and other units, illustrating a breadth of offerings across batteries, OE-quality replacement parts, paints, tools, and related equipment. The group serves automotive aftermarket customers such as repair shops and distributors, providing access to parts and services tailored to each segment. Recent leadership changes include the appointment of Travis Springsteen as chief executive officer in January 2026, with Todd Leimenstoll transitioning to executive chairman.