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Recent Transactions in Automotive & Mobility Technology
Automotive Insights | Consolidation Trends in the European Tire Aftermarket
Originally published by Automotive Insights Magazine on December 4, 2025. Manufacturers and wholesalers are pushing a wave of consolidation in the European tire sector, motivated by the non-cyclical market driven… Read More
November 2025 Vehicle Aftermarket Intelligence Report
Lincoln International’s automotive aftermarket team is optimistic for the sector’s momentum heading into 2026, especially following another successful SEMA / AAPEX show. Investors are demonstrating strong interest in automotive services,… Read More
Montyon Capital has acquired Caillau from Cathay Capital
Caillau Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Romorantin-Lanthenay, France, Caillau designs, develops and manufactures high-performance fastening systems for leading global players across the automotive, industrial, aerospace and photovoltaic sectors. Renowned… Read More
Techniplas has sold its Brazilian subsidiary Weidplas to CIE Automotive
Weidplas Brasil Industria e Comercio de Plasticos Ltda Techniplas is a globally recognized leader in the production of highly engineered, technically complex plastic components for the automotive industry. Techniplas’ Brazilian… Read More
Ares Acquisition Corporation II has closed its business combination with Kodiak Robotics
Client: Ares Acquisition Corporation II Target: Kodiak Robotics, Inc. Target Description: Kodiak Robotics, Inc. (Kodiak) was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer… Read More
Main Street Auto has raised growth capital from Turning Rock Partners
Main Street Auto Main Street Auto (MSA) is a leading provider of critical automotive maintenance and repair services in the Southeast United States, with a growing base of locations driven… Read More
August 2025 Vehicle Aftermarket Intelligence Report
Despite challenges to the broader trucking industry, including tariff uncertainty, depressed freight rates and record levels of overcapacity, demand for aftermarket repair products and services has persisted with growth underpinned… Read More
Nichirin has acquired ATCO Products, a portfolio company of Fidelis Holdings
ATCO Products Founded in 1967 and based in Ferris, Texas, ATCO Products (ATCO) is a trusted supplier serving major heavy-duty truck original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as PACCAR, NAVISTAR and… Read More
Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Report Q1 2025
Despite increasing uncertainty, M&A transactions of all sizes continue to change the market, alter supply chain logistics and ultimately support an increasing vehicle population.
REHAU Group has sold REHAU Automotive to Atlas Holdings
REHAU Automotive REHAU Automotive is a Tier 1 supplier with €1.4 billion in annual revenue based in Northern Bavaria focused on the development and manufacturing of premium exterior, bumper and… Read More
Automotive M&A: Electrification in the Spotlight
Automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) suppliers have faced extraordinary challenges between 2018 and 2024. The implementation of the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) in 2018 resulted in several… Read More
“Leader to Leader” Series
The Leader to Leader video series turns up the dial on rich conversations with prominent leaders – from business owners and entrepreneurs to investors and CEOs – highlighting their stories… Read More
Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Report Q4 2024
With significant declines in used car prices impacting the actual cash value (ACV) of the vehicle, insurers have increased the amount of total losses.
MPP Holdings has sold NetShape Composites (Suzhou) to Hunan Meihu Intelligent Manufacturing
Netshape Composites (Suzhou) Netshape Composites (Suzhou) (NetShape Suzhou) is a China-based leading powder metallurgy products solution provider, serving automotive off-highway equipment, heavy truck equipment, outdoor power equipment, industrial hardware and… Read More
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Bencis has sold Olyslager to Vitec Software Group
Olyslager Olyslager is the leading provider of mission-critical data and software solutions for lubricant and fluid suppliers. Olyslager’s solution is an integral part of its customers’ daily workflow and operates… Read More
Lincoln International adds Joe Sparacino as Managing Director, Expanding Auto Aftermarket Coverage
New hires join in newly introduced Boston office Lincoln International, a global investment banking advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Joe Sparacino has joined as a Managing Director. His… Read More
Joe Sparacino
Joe provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising advisory services to private equity firms and corporations, with a focus on the global automotive, truck, and specialty vehicle aftermarket. Leveraging… Read More
Center Rock Capital Partners has acquired Wolverine Advanced Materials from ITT
Wolverine Advanced Materials Headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, Wolverine Advanced Materials (WAM) is an industry leading advanced materials specialist supplying critical original equipment components for engineering applications to the automotive brake… Read More
Lincoln International Managing Directors Recognized as Emerging Leaders
Lincoln International is pleased to share that The M&A Advisor named Managing Directors Adam Gifford, Brian Goodwin, Eddie Krule and Scott Molinaro as recipients in the Emerging Leaders Awards. These… Read More
Stellex Capital Management has completed a single asset continuation vehicle transaction involving Fenix Parts
Client: Stellex Capital Management Client Location: United States Target: Fenix Parts Target Location: United States Target Description: Fenix Parts is a leading recycler and reseller of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) automotive products. The company’s… Read More
Knorr-Bremse, the parent company of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, has sold SafetyDirect to Rand McNally, a portfolio company of TELEO Capital
SafetyDirect SafetyDirect is a product line of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems which provides fleet operators with comprehensive feedback on their fleet and drivers, along with videos of severe events. SafetyDirect… Read More
Ardent Equity and VE Partners have sold Premium Sound Solutions to AAC Technologies
Premium Sound Solutions With approximately 3,500 employees, Premium Sound Solutions (PSS) is a global leader in the development, production and commercialization of premium acoustic components and sound systems to automotive… Read More
OmniMax International has sold Amerimax Fabricated Products to a family office
Client: OmniMax International Client Location: United States Target: Amerimax Fabricated Products Target Location: United States Acquirer: Family office Acquirer Location: Netherlands Target Description: Amerimax Fabricated Products provides a comprehensive suite of solutions and components… Read More
Thilo Schomberg
Thilo provides mergers and acquisitions advisory services to private equity firms, small and medium-sized enterprises and large-cap multinational corporations in the industrials industry, with a focus on automotive and mobility… Read More