Wesco Group, LLC has acquired DealerShop's Paint Business, enhancing its market presence and service capabilities in the automotive refinish industry across the U.S.

Target Information

Wesco Group, LLC has successfully acquired the Paint Business of DealerShop, Inc., a company recognized for providing top-notch paint and body products in the North American automotive market. This acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Wesco Group's market presence and expand its service capabilities across the United States. DealerShop’s Paint Business has established itself as a premier provider of paint, body, and equipment (PBE) products, serving key markets in upstate New York and Northern Ohio.

DealerShop's strategic focus on leveraging advanced artificial intelligence for operations has positioned the company uniquely within the automotive refinish sector. The transaction positions DealerShop as the first coast-to-coast Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to fulfilling the automotive industry's unique purchasing requirements, thereby ensuring that its members benefit from streamlined procurement and robust cost-control strategies.

Industry Overview

The automotive refinish industry in the United States has seen robust growth, driven by the increasing demand for automotive repair and maintenance services. With over 260 million registered vehicles in the U.S., there is a consistent need for high-quality