Aftermarket November 2022

I n an uncertain world with supply reliability more important than ever, trade clubs provide garages with a guaranteed supply of the best parts, but there’s more. Looking at Eurorepar Car Service (ERCS) as an example, its General Manager Nick Taylor observed: “Eurorepar Car Service offers all the elements of a typical trade club – and then some. But Eurorepar is not a trade club; it is an all- makes garage initiative run by the global automotive brand, Stellantis Group. The Eurorepar Car Service network not only provides its member garages with reliable parts supply, but it goes the extra mile by offering these businesses comprehensive training, technical expertise, and marketing support. Being a part of Eurorepar Car Service affords members preferential access to the network’s worldwide parts distribution network partner, Distrigo. Distrigo is a rationalisation of the way that Stellantis Group distributes its parts, built around a 360 degree offering. In layman’s terms, this means that Distrigo offers a wide selection of parts at different price points to cater for all budgets. All Distrigo outlets stock a broad range of genuine OE parts and tier one supplier parts from recognised aftermarket suppliers such as Bosch, LuK and ZF, as well as all-makes aftermarket parts under the Eurorepar brand, and remanufactured parts.” He continued: “Members of the Eurorepar Car Service 54 AFTERMARKET NOVEMBER 2022 TRADE CLUBS www.aftermarketonline.net Trade clubs offer garages more than just parts, and garages can gain much from the support on offer network regularly benefit from network-only promotions and discounts, with streamlined ordering guaranteed by the popular Service Box Multi-Brand ordering platform. Service Box allows Eurorepar garages to speed up the parts procurement process, while also drawing on technical data to help technicians select the right parts in the first place. Being part of Eurorepar Car Service is about much more than just parts though. To complete the package, the network ensures that its members receive regular and tailored support. All members are provided with guidance on how to grow their business online, and regular check-ins from their local business development manager are in place to guarantee that everyone extracts maximum value. “Marketing and social media support is taken care of through the online network members portal, and centres can access a range of easily downloadable digital assets, which are updated regularly. Emails are also sent to members when a new graphics pack is made available.” Nick added: “On top of this, any technical and diagnostic assistance that members require is catered for by Eurorepar’s technical hotline, which provides centres with on-tap support and information from experienced technical experts. Members of the Eurorepar Car Service network retain full independence and control over their own destiny. And all of that with big brand backing – what’s not to like?” Above: Parts from Eurorepar TRADING UP