NAPA Wrapped: Over 2,800 Products Added in 2023
20 Dec 2023
2023 has been a phenomenal year for NAPA in the UK. It’s no secret that NAPA has made big waves in the motorsport world this year — securing victory in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship for the second year running alongside a maiden win in the British Truck Racing Championship — but the grid isn’t the only place you can find NAPA growing and thriving.
NAPA PRODUCT LAUNCHES
NAPA launched in the UK in 2019 and now services the needs of over 800 stockists across the region. With no fewer than 19 product launches in 2023 and many due to be announced in 2024, NAPA’s product offering is rapidly expanding. NAPA is committed to its mission to become the one-stop solution for all your aftermarket needs.
NAPA products launched in 2023:
- Brake Pads and Discs
- Brake Fitting Kits
- Power Steering Pumps
- Overrunning Alternator Pulleys
- Timing Chain Kits
- DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid
- Traffic Film Remover
All NAPA product ranges are precision-engineered and rigorously tested to meet or exceed OE specifications. The standard NAPA warranty is 3 years or 36,000 miles*, giving you the confidence to fit and forget.
NAPA Truck products launched in 2023:
- Steering & Suspension
- Brake Pads
- Wear Leads
- ABS Sensors
- Air Springs
- Electrical Coils
- Brake Chambers
- NOx Sensors
- AdBlue Pumps and Nozzles
NAPA Truck is committed to reducing vehicle downtime with fast delivery and long-lasting components, manufactured to handle great pressure and extreme conditions with ease. Originating from the long-standing heritage and quality reputation of NAPA, NAPA Truck knows the value of keeping fleets moving.
Carlyle Tools products launched in 2023:
- Workwear Gloves
- Lifting Equipment
- Boiling Point Brake Fluid Tester
For tools and workshop equipment made by professionals for professionals, look to Carlyle Tools by NAPA. Carlyle provides mechanics and technicians with affordable, high-quality options for a dependable and durable performance.
*Exceptions apply.
NEW TO RANGE
At NAPA, the investment into comprehensive quality doesn’t end at the point of launch. NAPA is always looking for opportunities to expand the current product portfolio with fresh ‘New to Range’ applications, and new additions are introduced every single month. Over 1,600 new parts were added to existing product ranges in 2023.
This includes:
- Braking – 620+ new parts (pads, discs, wear leads, hydraulics, hoses)
- Steering & Suspension — 280+ new parts (coil springs, shock absorbers, top mounts, arms & joints)
- Transmission — 230+ new parts (driveshafts, wheel bearing kits)
- Thermal – 180+ new parts (thermostats, water pumps, coolant flanges)
- Filtration — 175+ new parts (oil, fuel, cabin, air)
- Rotating Electrics — 35+ new parts (alternators, starter motors)
- Cables — 2+ new parts
- NAPA Truck Steering & Suspension — 110+ new parts
- Carlyle Tools Lighting — 3+ new parts
Future ‘New to Range’ initiatives are already underway for 2024, ensuring that NAPA continues to build a comprehensive offering for the UK&IE market.
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
NAPA products hit the shelves in the Republic of Ireland this year with rapid distribution by J&S Automotive Distributors.
The Irish market has already been introduced to NAPA Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers, Top Mounts, Rotating Electrics, Batteries, Bulbs, Transmission, Wheel Bearing Kits, Greases, Maintenance Sprays, and Winter Essentials.
Further product launches are due to follow in 2024 to bring the Republic of Ireland product catalogue in line with the UK’s.
OTHER INITIATIVES
As if constant product development and a sea of gold in motorsport wasn’t enough, NAPA has been busy with a variety of other events and initiatives.
NAPA officially partnered with TechMate, a team of automotive technical specialists who now travel the country providing in-person training, demonstrations, expert advice, and more for NAPA customers. TechMate offers a wide range of support directly to garages and workshops, guiding automotive professionals every step of the way.
NAPA had a great presence at Automechanika in Birmingham and NAPFM in Telford, along with motorsport events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Kwik Fit Charity Golf Day for Prostate Cancer.
NAPA raised over £10,200 for Race Against Dementia with unique tartan merchandise and over £700 for BBC Children in Need with a signed Pudsey Bear raffle. Other charity initiatives included support for Alliance Automotive Group’s year-long BEN Support for Life fundraiser and Markham’s Garage charity banger rally for We Are Farming Minds.
Looking Forward…
2024 promises to be a year of continued growth. New NAPA products in the pipeline will expand the braking, engine, and maintenance offerings, amongst others. NAPA Racing UK is gearing up for another exciting season, and NAPA Ireland’s product roll-out will run full-steam ahead.
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