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Neapco has acquired IFA Holding GmbH from AEQUITA Management SE & Co. KGaA

IFA Holding GmbH The IFA Group develops and manufactures drive shafts and joints as an automotive supplier to leading premium OEMs and roughly 2,000 employees at seven locations in Germany,… Read More

Android Industries and Avancez have merged with Detroit Manufacturing Systems

Client: Android Industries Client Location: United States Targets:  Android Industries, Avancez Target Location: United States Acquirers: Detroit Manufacturing Systems Acquirer Location: United States Target Descriptions: Android Industries was founded in… Read More

Automotive Insights | Consolidation Trends in the European Tire Aftermarket

Originally published by Automotive Insights Magazine on December 4, 2025. Manufacturers and wholesalers are pushing a wave of consolidation in the European tire sector, motivated by the non-cyclical market driven… Read More

November 2025 Vehicle Aftermarket Intelligence Report

Lincoln International’s automotive aftermarket team is optimistic for the sector’s momentum heading into 2026, especially following another successful SEMA / AAPEX show. Investors are demonstrating strong interest in automotive services,… Read More

Montyon Capital has acquired Caillau from Cathay Capital

Caillau Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Romorantin-Lanthenay, France, Caillau designs, develops and manufactures high-performance fastening systems for leading global players across the automotive, industrial, aerospace and photovoltaic sectors. Renowned… Read More

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Techniplas has sold its Brazilian subsidiary Weidplas to CIE Automotive

Weidplas Brasil Industria e Comercio de Plasticos Ltda Techniplas is a globally recognized leader in the production of highly engineered, technically complex plastic components for the automotive industry. Techniplas’ Brazilian… Read More

Ares Acquisition Corporation II has closed its business combination with Kodiak Robotics

Client: Ares Acquisition Corporation II Target: Kodiak Robotics, Inc. Target Description: Kodiak Robotics, Inc. (Kodiak) was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer… Read More

Main Street Auto has raised growth capital from Turning Rock Partners

Main Street Auto Main Street Auto (MSA) is a leading provider of critical automotive maintenance and repair services in the Southeast United States, with a growing base of locations driven… Read More

August 2025 Vehicle Aftermarket Intelligence Report

Despite challenges to the broader trucking industry, including tariff uncertainty, depressed freight rates and record levels of overcapacity, demand for aftermarket repair products and services has persisted with growth underpinned… Read More

Nichirin has acquired ATCO Products, a portfolio company of Fidelis Holdings

ATCO Products Founded in 1967 and based in Ferris, Texas, ATCO Products (ATCO) is a trusted supplier serving major heavy-duty truck original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as PACCAR, NAVISTAR and… Read More

Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Report Q1 2025

Despite increasing uncertainty, M&A transactions of all sizes continue to change the market, alter supply chain logistics and ultimately support an increasing vehicle population.

REHAU Group has sold REHAU Automotive to Atlas Holdings

REHAU Automotive REHAU Automotive is a Tier 1 supplier with €1.4 billion in annual revenue based in Northern Bavaria focused on the development and manufacturing of premium exterior, bumper and… Read More

Automotive M&A: Electrification in the Spotlight

Automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) suppliers have faced extraordinary challenges between 2018 and 2024. The implementation of the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) in 2018 resulted in several… Read More

“Leader to Leader” Series

The Leader to Leader video series turns up the dial on rich conversations with prominent leaders – from business owners and entrepreneurs to investors and CEOs – highlighting their stories… Read More

Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Report Q4 2024

With significant declines in used car prices impacting the actual cash value (ACV) of the vehicle, insurers have increased the amount of total losses.

MPP Holdings has sold NetShape Composites (Suzhou) to Hunan Meihu Intelligent Manufacturing

Netshape Composites (Suzhou) Netshape Composites (Suzhou) (NetShape Suzhou) is a China-based leading powder metallurgy products solution provider, serving automotive off-highway equipment, heavy truck equipment, outdoor power equipment, industrial hardware and… Read More

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Bencis has sold Olyslager to Vitec Software Group

Olyslager Olyslager is the leading provider of mission-critical data and software solutions for lubricant and fluid suppliers. Olyslager’s solution is an integral part of its customers’ daily workflow and operates… Read More

Lincoln International adds Joe Sparacino as Managing Director, Expanding Auto Aftermarket Coverage

New hires join in newly introduced Boston office Lincoln International, a global investment banking advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Joe Sparacino has joined as a Managing Director. His… Read More

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Joe Sparacino

Joe provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising advisory services to private equity firms and corporations, with a focus on the global automotive, truck, and specialty vehicle aftermarket. Leveraging… Read More

Center Rock Capital Partners has acquired Wolverine Advanced Materials from ITT

Wolverine Advanced Materials Headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, Wolverine Advanced Materials (WAM) is an industry leading advanced materials specialist supplying critical original equipment components for engineering applications to the automotive brake… Read More

Lincoln International Managing Directors Recognized as Emerging Leaders

Lincoln International is pleased to share that The M&A Advisor named Managing Directors Adam Gifford, Brian Goodwin, Eddie Krule and Scott Molinaro as recipients in the Emerging Leaders Awards. These… Read More

Stellex Capital Management Fenix Parts Inc 2023

Stellex Capital Management has completed a single asset continuation vehicle transaction involving Fenix Parts

Client: Stellex Capital Management Client Location: United States Target: Fenix Parts Target Location: United States Target Description: Fenix Parts is a leading recycler and reseller of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) automotive products. The company’s… Read More

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SEDEMAC has received an investment from A91 Partners, Xponentia Capital and 360 ONE Asset

Client: SEDEMAC Mechatronics Pvt Ltd Client Location: India Target: SEDEMAC Mechatronics Pvt Ltd Target Location: India Acquirer: A91 Partners, Xponentia Capital, 360 ONE Asset Acquirer Location: India Target Description: An… Read More

Knorr-Bremse, the parent company of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, has sold SafetyDirect to Rand McNally, a portfolio company of TELEO Capital

SafetyDirect SafetyDirect is a product line of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems which provides fleet operators with comprehensive feedback on their fleet and drivers, along with videos of severe events. SafetyDirect… Read More