SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Federal-Mogul Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) announced that it has reached an agreement with Advance Auto Parts, Inc. to place its premium MOOG® steering and suspension parts and Wagner® ThermoQuiet® brake pads in more than 3,200 Advance Auto Parts stores. Federal-Mogul’s MOOG and Wagner brands have earned the leading market positions in their respective categories and are the most preferred among vehicle maintainers throughout North America.
“We are pleased Advance is adding our MOOG and Wagner premium brands from Federal-Mogul’s full range of premium, entry level and OE replacement products. Expanding our relationship with this important customer further extends our premium brand presence in North America, the largest aftermarket region,” said Jay Burkhart, senior vice president, Global Aftermarket. “Federal-Mogul’s advanced technology has made MOOG and ThermoQuiet leaders, recognized for their high quality and unique design.”
MOOG “Problem Solver” steering parts feature a variety of innovative designs and durable construction that enhance the original part and improve the ease of repair.
Wagner ThermoQuiet, the “One-Piece” brake pad, received the prestigious Automotive News PACE Award for Product Innovation. Its patented IMITM integrated shim absorbs and dissipates heat and vibration more effectively than conventional replacement pads, ensuring quiet braking performance.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global supplier of powertrain, chassis and safety technologies, serving the world’s foremost original equipment manufacturers of automotive, light commercial, heavy-duty, agricultural, marine, rail, off-road and industrial vehicles, as well as the worldwide aftermarket. The company’s leading technology and innovation, lean manufacturing expertise, as well as marketing and distribution deliver world-class products, brands and services with quality excellence at a competitive cost. Federal-Mogul is focused on its sustainable global profitable growth strategy, creating value and satisfaction for its customers, shareholders and employees. Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899. The company is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and employs 50,000 people in 35 countries.
Federal-Mogul’s aftermarket products are sold under a variety of brands, including but not limited to, AE® engine products, ANCO® wipers, Champion® spark plugs and wipers, Fel-Pro® gaskets, Ferodo® brake pads, Glyco® bearings, Goetze® piston rings, MOOG® chassis products, National® wheel-end components, Nüral® pistons, Payen® gaskets, Sealed Power® engine products and Wagner® brake and lighting products. Visit the company’s Web site at www.federalmogul.com.
About Advance Auto Parts
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Advance Auto Parts, a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items in the United States, serves both the do-it-yourself and professional installer markets As of December 29, 2007, the Company operated 3,261 stores in 40 states, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Additional information about the Company, employment opportunities, customer services, and on-line shopping for parts and accessories can be found on the Company’s web site at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.
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