Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals Supplier of the Year

Leading national motor factor, Arnold Clark Autoparts, has announced the winner of its prestigious Supplier of the Year award, naming bilstein group UK as the recipient of this year’s accolade and TMD Friction as runner-up.

The award recognises outstanding efforts from suppliers across several categories including delivery, customer service, product availability, quality and technical support. Suppliers are put through a rigorous judging process undertaken by Arnold Clark Autoparts staff to determine the shortlisted and winners.

bilstein group UK was chosen due to the company’s achievements over the past 12 months, as a key supplier to Arnold Clark Autoparts, offering a large range of parts and exceptional support.

Craig McCracken, Group Factor Manager at Arnold Clark Autoparts, said: "Congratulations to bilstein group UK for winning this year’s Supplier of the Year award, and kudos to TMD Friction as our runner-up. It’s great for us to be able to show our appreciation and recognise our suppliers’ exceptional service. 

"This accolade aims to acknowledge the efforts made by our aftermarket suppliers to provide unrivalled levels of customer service and demonstrate a product range that covers the ever-growing vehicle parc."

Dave Frost, Key Account Manager at bilstein group UK adds: “We’re delighted to be awarded Supplier of the Year from Arnold Clark Autoparts. It’s recognition of our team’s hard work, dedication and performance across the company.”

In addition to this year’s winners, braking brand, TMD Friction, were awarded the runner up prize recognising them for their commitment to innovation and customer service. 

Del Smith, UK Sales Manager at TMD Friction, said: "We are thrilled to be recognised as the runner up for this prestigious award and to receive acknowledgement for our efforts in providing product range expansion, excellent stock availability and unwavering customer support to the Arnold Clark Autoparts business”.

Both bilstein group UK and TMD Friction were invited to join the Arnold Clark Autoparts team in its private box at the famous OVO Hydro in Glasgow to watch James and Razorlight. During the evening the suppliers were treated to some fantastic live music, food, drinks – and presented with their awards.