AAG in the United Kingdom
Alliance Automotive Group UK is a leading distributor of light and commercial vehicle parts to the automotive aftermarket, serving over 30,000 repairers across the UK & Ireland. AAG UK comprises two distributors networks (GROUPAUTO UK and the United Aftermarket Network) that benefit from an efficient logistics and product offering from its wholly-owned subsidiaries FPS, Apec, Platinum and BTN Turbo. Consolidated revenues are around €650m, with over 3,000 employees working for the group across 800+ distributor outlets.
The combination of these businesses gives our associated members and garages market-leading commercial terms on exclusive private label brands as well as original equipment (OE) or OE-matched quality suppliers. Our affiliated and wholly-owned distributors have access to business services such as fleet deals, branding, utility services, and marketing support.
AAG Companies in the United Kingdom
GROUPAUTO UK & Ireland
Acquired in 1997, GROUPAUTO UK is a national trading group, including 531 branches throughout the UK.
UAN
AAG acquired UAN in 2015. It is a network of independent parts distributors with 240 outlets across the UK.
FPS Distribution
Automotive parts distributor FPS was acquired in 2016 and has become a key part of AAG’s logistics offering, delivering parts to our affiliated or owned distributors across the UK.
Apec Braking
AAG acquired the UK’s leading specialist braking supplier, Apec Braking, in 2016, greatly enhancing our expertise in this area.
BTN Turbo
One of Europes largest independent turbo distributors BTN Turbo was acquired in 2016.
Platinum International
Platinum International was acquired in 2018 to strengthen our position in the UK battery market.
Alliance Automotive UK Subsidiaries
Alliance Automotive UK Subsidiaries supply light and commercial vehicle parts to over 36,000 independent garages, franchise networks and public services throughout the UK.