Denso Products and Services Americas Inc. was awarded the Distinguished Original Equipment Partner Award from Automotive Parts Associates during its 34th annual Conference on March 19.

“Through the sales efforts of Denso and the amazing support of our members, the APA group was able to achieve our goal and show the membership what can be done when we all pull in one direction,” said Bill Cook, APA vice president.

In its first year, the Distinguished OE Partner Award recognizes an industry leader that has successfully brought its OE products into the automotive aftermarket.

APA is a member-owned cooperative with more than 110 independent warehouse distributors.