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10/2/2026
VIPAR Heavy Duty's IMPACT™ Conference Returns to Marco Island with Dynamic New Format
VIPAR Heavy Duty announced that plans are set for their 2026 IMPACT™ Conference, taking place October 18-23, 2026, at the JW Marriott Marco Island in Florida.
The 2026 IMPACT Conference agenda features a dynamic new format designed to enhance interaction, collaboration, and engagement among distributors, suppliers, and industry partners. Building on the event's longstanding tradition of bringing the heavy duty aftermarket together, this year's conference will introduce new opportunities for attendees to connect, share ideas, and participate in conversations that help shape the future of the network and the industry.
"This year's IMPACT Conference is designed to create even more opportunities for meaningful engagement across our network," said Chris Baer, President & CEO of VIPAR Heavy Duty. "Every distributor, supplier, industry partner, and team member plays a role in our collective success. By bringing everyone together to share ideas, build relationships, and align around common goals, we're reinforcing what makes our network unique and positioning ourselves for continued growth."
Highlights of the reimagined agenda include:
The conference will open Monday with a high energy Distributor Welcome & Kickoff featuring Kyle Scheele, an entrepreneur, author, and nationally recognized speaker known for helping organizations unlock creativity and innovation. His presentation, "Becoming an Idea Factory: How to Build a Culture Where Innovation Is Inevitable," will challenge attendees to think differently about problem solving, leadership, and creating environments where ideas can thrive.
Additional distributor-focused Monday experiences will emphasize peer engagement, connection, and shared insight through Distributor Roundtables, True Group Value Focus Groups, and Supplier Spotlight sessions.
For the first time, the entire network of distributors, suppliers, and industry partners will come together at the General Session on Tuesday to explore industry trends, network priorities, and collective opportunities while reinforcing the value of alignment across the channel.
The annual event’s highly-valued, signature agenda items return, including 1:1 Meetings, Trade Show, Receptions, Network Lunch & Keynote Speaker, and Annual Dinner & After Party.
VIPAR Heavy Duty will also continue to honor industry friends and their contributions to the network and aftermarket through the IMPACT Memorial Golf Tournament. For the second year in a row, the beneficiary is the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF), a 501(c)(3) organization that supports people employed in the heavy duty aftermarket industry and their families during times of hardship. They will also host a trade show booth to provide information about both the giving and receiving missions of their organization.
"As the industry continues to evolve, the value of collaboration has never been greater," added Baer. "The IMPACT Conference provides a forum for our network to learn from one another, challenge conventional thinking, and uncover opportunities that help all of us succeed."
VIPAR Heavy Duty Names Dinex Emission Inc. a Strategic Partner
Dinex Emission Inc. has been named a VIPAR Heavy Duty Strategic Partner (VSP), joining a select group of network suppliers who demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting VIPAR Heavy Duty distributors, fleet customers, and key initiatives throughout the heavy-duty aftermarket.
“Dinex has established itself as a trusted partner through its dedication to delivering quality emission and exhaust solutions for the commercial vehicle industry,” said Larry Griffin, Vice President of Program Management for VIPAR Heavy Duty. “As the industry continues to face evolving emission requirements, Dinex provides expertise that helps keep vehicles operating efficiently and in compliance. Our distributors rely on Dinex for dependable inventory availability, competitive pricing, and the responsive support they need to better serve their customers and grow their businesses. Dinex’s commitment to our distributor network and support of our fleet initiatives make them a valuable Strategic Partner.”
VIPAR Heavy Duty awards the Strategic Partner designation to suppliers who meet key criteria that contribute to the success of its stockholders. Measurable benchmarks include active support of fleets through the organization’s National Accounts Program, meaningful contributions of product content to PARTSPHERE PIM®, VIPAR Heavy Duty’s Product Information Management system, and offering comprehensive product programs that support both VIPAR Heavy Duty and Power Heavy Duty distributors.
Dinex is a strong supporter of VIPAR Heavy Duty’s annual IMPACT Conference, is a member of NEXUS Automotive North America, and is a contributor of high quality courses in the Nucleus Knowledge Center training platform.
"Being named a VIPAR Heavy Duty Strategic Partner is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the collaborative relationship we've built with the VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies. Their distributor network shares our commitment to keeping commercial vehicles running efficiently, and we look forward to deepening that partnership in the years ahead," said Noah Osborn, Director of Sales and National Accounts North America at Dinex Emission.
Suppliers that earn the VSP designation benefit from enhanced visibility and engagement opportunities, including special recognition and priority positioning at the IMPACT Conference, expanded branding across distributor touchpoints, and increased networking and collaboration with the VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies team and distributor members.
Dinex joins the VSP group alongside Baldwin Filters, Donaldson Company, East Penn, Grote, Prestone, Tectran, Tramec, and Truck-Lite and ECCO.
About Dinex Emission Inc.
Dinex is a leading global developer and manufacturer of exhaust and emission control solutions for commercial vehicles and industrial applications. With over 40 years of innovation and service to the OEM industry and the independent Aftermarket, Dinex delivers cutting-edge technologies, including catalytic converters, particulate filters, and SCR systems. For more information, visit www.dinex.us.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. Joins VIPAR Heavy Duty Network
VIPAR Heavy Duty is pleased to announce that 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc., headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, has joined the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of independent distributors, adding five locations to the organization’s network in Canada.
Founded in 2017, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a full-line heavy duty aftermarket distributor serving customers throughout the Toronto Area. It was started by Abdul Mian and David Langley with a vision to deliver a strong customer-focused approach to truck and trailer parts distribution.
“We set out to build a business centered around accessibility and customer support with things like extended hours (all stores are open 7 days a week, 364 days a year) and hiring former truck mechanics to work on our counters. Most importantly, we listened to our customers and our valued vendors to ensure that we have the parts that they need when they need them,” said Langley.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is led by Mian, Owner, their CFO Sofia Mian, their Vice President Umayr Mian, and Langley, Director of Sales and Marketing, who is a veteran of the heavy duty aftermarket with more than 30 years of industry experience. The organization employs approximately 40 team members and operates a fleet of delivery vehicles to support regional customers.
The company has grown from a single location into a multi-branch operation with facilities in Mississauga, Cambridge, London, Bolton, and Brampton, Ontario, supporting fleets, diesel and trailer repair shops, and government accounts across Canada’s largest trucking market.
At its headquarters in Mississauga, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. operates alongside ASA Truck Repairs (also owned by Mian) at the same facility. This integrated model allows drivers and fleets to source parts and complete repairs or preventative maintenance efficiently at a single location.
The company offers a comprehensive inventory with over 9,000 different parts in stock, including air and brake products, filters, cooling, lubricants, truck lighting, accessories, and specialized products such as wiring harnesses, NOx sensors, and DEF filters. Complementing its in-store inventory, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. provides delivery services for larger parts orders and maintains an experienced team of parts professionals to support customers. All locations offer flywheel resurfacing or exchange.
“With their presence in the Toronto market and commitment to customer service, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a good addition to the VIPAR Heavy Duty network,” said Joe Meyer, VIPAR Heavy Duty Vice President of Business Development. “Their integrated parts and service approach and continued investment in growth align well with our focus on supporting independent distributors and their customers in Canada.”
“As a company with an aggressive growth plan, the next logical step for us was to join a buying group. After looking at all of the available options, VIPAR Heavy Duty stood above all others with their vast supplier network and the support that they offered to their independent distributors. We are looking forward to building our business through them and their valued supplier partners,” said Langley.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. Joins VIPAR Heavy Duty Network
VIPAR Heavy Duty is pleased to announce that 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc., headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, has joined the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of independent distributors, adding five locations to the organization’s network in Canada.
Founded in 2017, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a full-line heavy duty aftermarket distributor serving customers throughout the Toronto Area. It was started by Abdul Mian and David Langley with a vision to deliver a strong customer-focused approach to truck and trailer parts distribution.
“We set out to build a business centered around accessibility and customer support with things like extended hours (all stores are open 7 days a week, 364 days a year) and hiring former truck mechanics to work on our counters. Most importantly, we listened to our customers and our valued vendors to ensure that we have the parts that they need when they need them,” said Langley.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is led by Mian, Owner, their CFO Sofia Mian, their Vice President Umayr Mian, and Langley, Director of Sales and Marketing, who is a veteran of the heavy duty aftermarket with more than 30 years of industry experience. The organization employs approximately 40 team members and operates a fleet of delivery vehicles to support regional customers.
The company has grown from a single location into a multi-branch operation with facilities in Mississauga, Cambridge, London, Bolton, and Brampton, Ontario, supporting fleets, diesel and trailer repair shops, and government accounts across Canada’s largest trucking market.
At its headquarters in Mississauga, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. operates alongside ASA Truck Repairs (also owned by Mian) at the same facility. This integrated model allows drivers and fleets to source parts and complete repairs or preventative maintenance efficiently at a single location.
The company offers a comprehensive inventory with over 9,000 different parts in stock, including air and brake products, filters, cooling, lubricants, truck lighting, accessories, and specialized products such as wiring harnesses, NOx sensors, and DEF filters. Complementing its in-store inventory, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. provides delivery services for larger parts orders and maintains an experienced team of parts professionals to support customers. All locations offer flywheel resurfacing or exchange.
“With their presence in the Toronto market and commitment to customer service, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a good addition to the VIPAR Heavy Duty network,” said Joe Meyer, VIPAR Heavy Duty Vice President of Business Development. “Their integrated parts and service approach and continued investment in growth align well with our focus on supporting independent distributors and their customers in Canada.”
“As a company with an aggressive growth plan, the next logical step for us was to join a buying group. After looking at all of the available options, VIPAR Heavy Duty stood above all others with their vast supplier network and the support that they offered to their independent distributors. We are looking forward to building our business through them and their valued supplier partners,” said Langley.
VIPAR Heavy Duty's IMPACT™ Conference Returns to Marco Island with Dynamic New Format
VIPAR Heavy Duty announced that plans are set for their 2026 IMPACT™ Conference, taking place October 18-23, 2026, at the JW Marriott Marco Island in Florida.
The 2026 IMPACT Conference agenda features a dynamic new format designed to enhance interaction, collaboration, and engagement among distributors, suppliers, and industry partners. Building on the event's longstanding tradition of bringing the heavy duty aftermarket together, this year's conference will introduce new opportunities for attendees to connect, share ideas, and participate in conversations that help shape the future of the network and the industry.
"This year's IMPACT Conference is designed to create even more opportunities for meaningful engagement across our network," said Chris Baer, President & CEO of VIPAR Heavy Duty. "Every distributor, supplier, industry partner, and team member plays a role in our collective success. By bringing everyone together to share ideas, build relationships, and align around common goals, we're reinforcing what makes our network unique and positioning ourselves for continued growth."
Highlights of the reimagined agenda include:
The conference will open Monday with a high energy Distributor Welcome & Kickoff featuring Kyle Scheele, an entrepreneur, author, and nationally recognized speaker known for helping organizations unlock creativity and innovation. His presentation, "Becoming an Idea Factory: How to Build a Culture Where Innovation Is Inevitable," will challenge attendees to think differently about problem solving, leadership, and creating environments where ideas can thrive.
Additional distributor-focused Monday experiences will emphasize peer engagement, connection, and shared insight through Distributor Roundtables, True Group Value Focus Groups, and Supplier Spotlight sessions.
For the first time, the entire network of distributors, suppliers, and industry partners will come together at the General Session on Tuesday to explore industry trends, network priorities, and collective opportunities while reinforcing the value of alignment across the channel.
The annual event’s highly-valued, signature agenda items return, including 1:1 Meetings, Trade Show, Receptions, Network Lunch & Keynote Speaker, and Annual Dinner & After Party.
VIPAR Heavy Duty will also continue to honor industry friends and their contributions to the network and aftermarket through the IMPACT Memorial Golf Tournament. For the second year in a row, the beneficiary is the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF), a 501(c)(3) organization that supports people employed in the heavy duty aftermarket industry and their families during times of hardship. They will also host a trade show booth to provide information about both the giving and receiving missions of their organization.
"As the industry continues to evolve, the value of collaboration has never been greater," added Baer. "The IMPACT Conference provides a forum for our network to learn from one another, challenge conventional thinking, and uncover opportunities that help all of us succeed."
VIPAR Heavy Duty Names Dinex Emission Inc. a Strategic Partner
Dinex Emission Inc. has been named a VIPAR Heavy Duty Strategic Partner (VSP), joining a select group of network suppliers who demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting VIPAR Heavy Duty distributors, fleet customers, and key initiatives throughout the heavy-duty aftermarket.
“Dinex has established itself as a trusted partner through its dedication to delivering quality emission and exhaust solutions for the commercial vehicle industry,” said Larry Griffin, Vice President of Program Management for VIPAR Heavy Duty. “As the industry continues to face evolving emission requirements, Dinex provides expertise that helps keep vehicles operating efficiently and in compliance. Our distributors rely on Dinex for dependable inventory availability, competitive pricing, and the responsive support they need to better serve their customers and grow their businesses. Dinex’s commitment to our distributor network and support of our fleet initiatives make them a valuable Strategic Partner.”
VIPAR Heavy Duty awards the Strategic Partner designation to suppliers who meet key criteria that contribute to the success of its stockholders. Measurable benchmarks include active support of fleets through the organization’s National Accounts Program, meaningful contributions of product content to PARTSPHERE PIM®, VIPAR Heavy Duty’s Product Information Management system, and offering comprehensive product programs that support both VIPAR Heavy Duty and Power Heavy Duty distributors.
Dinex is a strong supporter of VIPAR Heavy Duty’s annual IMPACT Conference, is a member of NEXUS Automotive North America, and is a contributor of high quality courses in the Nucleus Knowledge Center training platform.
"Being named a VIPAR Heavy Duty Strategic Partner is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the collaborative relationship we've built with the VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies. Their distributor network shares our commitment to keeping commercial vehicles running efficiently, and we look forward to deepening that partnership in the years ahead," said Noah Osborn, Director of Sales and National Accounts North America at Dinex Emission.
Suppliers that earn the VSP designation benefit from enhanced visibility and engagement opportunities, including special recognition and priority positioning at the IMPACT Conference, expanded branding across distributor touchpoints, and increased networking and collaboration with the VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies team and distributor members.
Dinex joins the VSP group alongside Baldwin Filters, Donaldson Company, East Penn, Grote, Prestone, Tectran, Tramec, and Truck-Lite and ECCO.
About Dinex Emission Inc.
Dinex is a leading global developer and manufacturer of exhaust and emission control solutions for commercial vehicles and industrial applications. With over 40 years of innovation and service to the OEM industry and the independent Aftermarket, Dinex delivers cutting-edge technologies, including catalytic converters, particulate filters, and SCR systems. For more information, visit www.dinex.us.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. Joins VIPAR Heavy Duty Network
VIPAR Heavy Duty is pleased to announce that 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc., headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, has joined the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of independent distributors, adding five locations to the organization’s network in Canada.
Founded in 2017, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a full-line heavy duty aftermarket distributor serving customers throughout the Toronto Area. It was started by Abdul Mian and David Langley with a vision to deliver a strong customer-focused approach to truck and trailer parts distribution.
“We set out to build a business centered around accessibility and customer support with things like extended hours (all stores are open 7 days a week, 364 days a year) and hiring former truck mechanics to work on our counters. Most importantly, we listened to our customers and our valued vendors to ensure that we have the parts that they need when they need them,” said Langley.
401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is led by Mian, Owner, their CFO Sofia Mian, their Vice President Umayr Mian, and Langley, Director of Sales and Marketing, who is a veteran of the heavy duty aftermarket with more than 30 years of industry experience. The organization employs approximately 40 team members and operates a fleet of delivery vehicles to support regional customers.
The company has grown from a single location into a multi-branch operation with facilities in Mississauga, Cambridge, London, Bolton, and Brampton, Ontario, supporting fleets, diesel and trailer repair shops, and government accounts across Canada’s largest trucking market.
At its headquarters in Mississauga, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. operates alongside ASA Truck Repairs (also owned by Mian) at the same facility. This integrated model allows drivers and fleets to source parts and complete repairs or preventative maintenance efficiently at a single location.
The company offers a comprehensive inventory with over 9,000 different parts in stock, including air and brake products, filters, cooling, lubricants, truck lighting, accessories, and specialized products such as wiring harnesses, NOx sensors, and DEF filters. Complementing its in-store inventory, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. provides delivery services for larger parts orders and maintains an experienced team of parts professionals to support customers. All locations offer flywheel resurfacing or exchange.
“With their presence in the Toronto market and commitment to customer service, 401 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Inc. is a good addition to the VIPAR Heavy Duty network,” said Joe Meyer, VIPAR Heavy Duty Vice President of Business Development. “Their integrated parts and service approach and continued investment in growth align well with our focus on supporting independent distributors and their customers in Canada.”
“As a company with an aggressive growth plan, the next logical step for us was to join a buying group. After looking at all of the available options, VIPAR Heavy Duty stood above all others with their vast supplier network and the support that they offered to their independent distributors. We are looking forward to building our business through them and their valued supplier partners,” said Langley.
VIPAR Heavy Duty's IMPACT™ Conference Returns to Marco Island with Dynamic New Format
VIPAR Heavy Duty announced that plans are set for their 2026 IMPACT™ Conference, taking place October 18-23, 2026, at the JW Marriott Marco Island in Florida.
The 2026 IMPACT Conference agenda features a dynamic new format designed to enhance interaction, collaboration, and engagement among distributors, suppliers, and industry partners. Building on the event's longstanding tradition of bringing the heavy duty aftermarket together, this year's conference will introduce new opportunities for attendees to connect, share ideas, and participate in conversations that help shape the future of the network and the industry.
"This year's IMPACT Conference is designed to create even more opportunities for meaningful engagement across our network," said Chris Baer, President & CEO of VIPAR Heavy Duty. "Every distributor, supplier, industry partner, and team member plays a role in our collective success. By bringing everyone together to share ideas, build relationships, and align around common goals, we're reinforcing what makes our network unique and positioning ourselves for continued growth."
Highlights of the reimagined agenda include:
The conference will open Monday with a high energy Distributor Welcome & Kickoff featuring Kyle Scheele, an entrepreneur, author, and nationally recognized speaker known for helping organizations unlock creativity and innovation. His presentation, "Becoming an Idea Factory: How to Build a Culture Where Innovation Is Inevitable," will challenge attendees to think differently about problem solving, leadership, and creating environments where ideas can thrive.
Additional distributor-focused Monday experiences will emphasize peer engagement, connection, and shared insight through Distributor Roundtables, True Group Value Focus Groups, and Supplier Spotlight sessions.
For the first time, the entire network of distributors, suppliers, and industry partners will come together at the General Session on Tuesday to explore industry trends, network priorities, and collective opportunities while reinforcing the value of alignment across the channel.
The annual event’s highly-valued, signature agenda items return, including 1:1 Meetings, Trade Show, Receptions, Network Lunch & Keynote Speaker, and Annual Dinner & After Party.
VIPAR Heavy Duty will also continue to honor industry friends and their contributions to the network and aftermarket through the IMPACT Memorial Golf Tournament. For the second year in a row, the beneficiary is the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF), a 501(c)(3) organization that supports people employed in the heavy duty aftermarket industry and their families during times of hardship. They will also host a trade show booth to provide information about both the giving and receiving missions of their organization.
"As the industry continues to evolve, the value of collaboration has never been greater," added Baer. "The IMPACT Conference provides a forum for our network to learn from one another, challenge conventional thinking, and uncover opportunities that help all of us succeed."
