Driven Distribution Group Acquires Quality Parts Warehouse (QPW)

Arlington, TX – October 31, 2025 Driven Distribution Group (DDG), a leading warehouse  distributor of automotive aftermarket hard parts, consumables, and accessories, has announced  the acquisition of Quality Parts Warehouse (QPW), based in Garland, Texas. DDG is supported by  HCI Equity Partners, a private equity firm headquartered in Washington, D.C

The acquisition of Quality Parts Warehouse marks another milestone for Driven Distribution  Group’s ongoing commitment to expanding its footprint and enhancing service to customers  across the region. The 8,000-square-foot facility strengthens DDG’s logistics network and extends  its reach within the Dallas–Fort Worth market. 

“This new facility strengthens our logistics network and allows us to better serve our customers  with the quality products and timely deliveries they depend on,” said Junior Calvert, General  Manager of Branch Operations. “Garland is a key location that supports our continued growth and  dedication to exceptional service.” 

Founded by Joe and Cheryl Bray, Quality Parts has proudly served the automotive industry since  1991, when the Brays purchased a small jobber store in Garland, Texas. As the business grew  beyond its retail space, Quality Parts shifted its focus to serving professional installers exclusively,  purchasing its current 8,000 sq. ft. warehouse in 1997. 

Under Joe Bray’s leadership—whose experience in the automotive industry dates back to the early  1970s—the company steadily expanded to meet increasing customer demand. Today, Quality  Parts continues its mission of providing reliable products and exceptional service to customers  across North Texas. 

“I chose to sell to Driven Distribution Group because I felt completely comfortable with everyone I  met throughout the process. The company’s culture is truly family-oriented at every level of  management. Becoming part of their organization has been an exceptionally smooth and first-class  experience in every way,” said Joe Bray, former owner of Quality Parts Warehouse. 

Quality Parts Warehouse will be branded and operated as part of the Eagle Auto Parts’ growing  network of regional branches. This addition brings expanded inventory, enhanced accessibility,  and stronger customer support to serve North Texas.

About Inc.

HCI Equity Partners is a leading lower middle-market private equity firm focused on partnering with  family and founder-owned distribution, manufacturing, and service companies. HCI is  headquartered in Washington, DC. For more information, please visit www.hciequity.com.

About Driven Distribution Group

Backed by HCI Equity Partners, Driven Distribution Group is a warehouse distributor of automotive  aftermarket hard parts, consumables, and accessories. The platform focuses on delivering operational  excellence, outstanding customer service, and fostering an innovative, growth-oriented environment.  By uniting strong brands under one umbrella— Tri-State Enterprises, Eagle Auto Parts, and Chicago  Parts and Sound (CPS) — Driven Distribution aims to create a leading platform in the automotive aftermarket industry. For more information, please visit www.drivendistributiongroup.com.

For more information, please contact:
Scott Covelli
Tri-State Enterprises
Email: marketing@etristate.com
800.442.8831

Inc. Names Driven Distribution Group to Its 2025 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Southeast

Companies on the Inc. Regionals: Southeast list had a median growth rate of 114 percent.

April 1, 2025, Inc., a leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today revealed that Driven Distribution Group is ranked No.164 on the Inc. Regionals: Southeast list. This is a prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast. The 2025 Inc. Regionals are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over two years. The complete listing can be found at https://www.inc.com/regionals/southeast

“The honorees on this year’s Inc. Regionals list are true trailblazers driving economic growth in their respective regions, industries, and beyond. This list celebrates their achievements and tells the stories of remarkable companies that are fueling growth and adding jobs in local economies throughout the country,” said Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc.

Driven Distribution Group (DDG) is the parent organization managing a wide range of well-established brands, such as Tri-State Enterprises, Eagle Auto Parts, and Chicago Parts and Sound (CPS). These brands specialize in providing high-quality automotive parts and accessories, delivering reliable products and services to a broad range of customers. Through strategic leadership and innovation, DDG continues to drive success and growth across its subsidiaries.

About Inc.

Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

About Driven Distribution Group

Backed by HCI Equity Partners, Driven Distribution Group is a warehouse distributor of automotive aftermarket hard parts, consumables, and accessories. The platform focuses on delivering operational excellence, outstanding customer service, and fostering an innovative, growth-oriented environment. By uniting strong brands under one umbrella, Driven Distribution aims to create a leading platform in the automotive aftermarket industry. For more information, please visit www.drivendistributiongroup.com.

For more information, please contact:
Scott Covelli
Tri-State Enterprises
Email: marketing@etristate.com

Driven Distribution Group Appoints Matt Johnson as CEO

Accomplished automotive aftermarket executive to lead Driven Distribution’s next phase of growth

November 19, 2024 — Driven Distribution Group is excited to announce the appointment of Matt Johnson as Chief Executive Officer. A seasoned automotive aftermarket executive, Matt brings a proven track record of scaling businesses, driving strategic growth, and building operational excellence.

This announcement follows Driven Distribution Group’s recent acquisition of Chicago Parts & Sound (CPS) and the ongoing success of Tri-State Enterprises. Under Matt’s leadership, the company will continue to focus on delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service, ensuring each of its brands becomes the “First Call” for their customers—setting a new benchmark for service and reliability.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Matt to the Driven Distribution family,” said Scott Gibaratz, Partner. “His expertise and leadership align perfectly with our mission to empower our brands to lead their markets by providing best-in-class service and unmatched reliability.”

Most recently, Matt served as CEO of EiKO Global and held leadership roles at Pep Boys, Parts Authority, and Altrom Group. His deep expertise in managing growth, integrating multi-unit companies, and driving operational excellence will be instrumental in the company’s continued success.

“I’m honored to join Driven Distribution Group at such a pivotal time,” said Johnson. “With a strong foundation of growth, innovation, and customer trust built by Tri-State and CPS, I look forward to driving our mission forward and helping each brand lead the way in the automotive aftermarket industry.”

Driven Distribution Group is dedicated to empowering its brands to deliver unmatched service, reliability, and innovation to customers across the automotive aftermarket distribution industry.