Factory Motor Parts Announces GSP as 2025 Vendor of the Year

Eagan, MN — November 25^th, 2025 — GSP North America, a global leading manufacturer and distributor in the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce it has been named Vendor of the Year by Factory Motor Parts (FMP), one of the nation’s premier distributors of premium automotive parts.

Factory Motor Parts’ Vendor of the Year award highlights suppliers that demonstrate excellence in quality, service, fill rate performance, marketing support, and strategic alignment. GSP’s industry-leading category coverage combined with proactive training, marketing engagement, and program support contributed to this year’s win.

“GSP has been an incredible partner across multiple categories for FMP” said Chad Gagnelius, Chief Operating Officer, Factory Motor Parts. “This year in particular, they successfully navigated through inventory headwinds and changeovers with minimal disruption.”

“We are honored to receive this prestigious award from Factory Motor Parts,” said Michael Ceritano, COO of GSP North America. “I want to congratulate Tom Dippipo and our entire team on earning this award.  GSP is committed to providing the highest level of service, innovation, and product performance, and this recognition validates the hard work and collaboration we share with Factory Motor Parts. Together, we are delivering the quality and coverage customers depend on.”

This award highlights a shared commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and a superior customer experience across the aftermarket. GSP and FMP will continue building on this momentum, expanding product coverage, strengthening training and marketing initiatives, and driving growth across all regions.

Selected from a highly competitive field of suppliers, this recognition reflects GSP’s continued commitment to outstanding product quality, reliable supply chain performance, and unmatched partnership support across FMP’s nationwide network.

About Factory Motor Parts

Factory Motor Parts is a leading national distributor of automotive parts, serving professional service centers, dealerships, fleets, and wholesale customers with premium brands and high-quality solutions since 1945. With 80 years of operational excellence and deep industry expertise, FMP continues to be a trusted partner throughout the automotive aftermarket.

About GSP North America

GSP is a global manufacturer of premium automotive driveline, wheel end, and suspension components, proudly supporting the aftermarket through OE-grade engineering, advanced manufacturing, and a customer-first mindset. GSP delivers one of the industry’s most comprehensive “Complete Undercar Solution” portfolios.