Why independent workshops are choosing big brand backing rather than going it alone

Distrigo is demonstrating that manufacturer-backed distribution creates a competitive advantage

Why independent workshops are choosing big brand backing rather than going it alone

In an industry where going it alone has traditionally been the independent garage’s badge of honour, Distrigo is demonstrating that manufacturer-backed distribution creates competitive advantages that independent suppliers simply cannot match. With more than 300 UK workshops now accessing Distrigo’s resources through Eurorepar Car Service partnerships, the numbers tell a compelling story about collective strength versus individual resilience.

The surge reflects growing recognition that modern automotive challenges require infrastructure that only major manufacturers can provide. Distrigo, as Stellantis Group’s dedicated parts distribution network, offers manufacturer-level expertise combined with independent workshop flexibility.

The infrastructure advantage

Distrigo operates over 95 UK sites ensuring next-day delivery on most items with twice-daily deliveries in many areas. This infrastructure has become critical as workshops face supply disruptions crippling competitors without manufacturer backing. The network provides access to genuine Stellantis parts alongside Eurorepar’s comprehensive aftermarket range, offering guaranteed provenance and quality standards that match original equipment specifications – crucial when customer trust and warranty claims are at stake.

Beyond parts supply, Distrigo provides workshops with manufacturer-level technical resources typically reserved for main dealers. This includes technical service bulletins, wiring diagrams, and compatibility data direct from Stellantis engineering teams. The integration of technical data with parts availability creates seamless workflow that independent suppliers struggle to replicate. When workshops identify faults, they access both technical guidance and exact components through a single, manufacturer-backed source.

Distrigo’s quality processes are refined through years of original equipment manufacturing expertise. Every component undergoes the same validation standards applied to production line parts, providing reliability that reduces warranty claims and enhances customer satisfaction. This manufacturer-backed quality assurance extends beyond individual components to complete repair solutions, with compatibility and performance guaranteed by Stellantis engineering standards.

A part of the evolving aftermarket

The Distrigo connection positions partner workshops strategically within the evolving UK automotive aftermarket. As manufacturers increasingly focus on controlling service quality and parts authenticity, workshops with direct manufacturer backing gain significant advantages against unaffiliated independents and traditional suppliers. For UK customers, this manufacturer connection provides quality assurance without main dealer premium pricing, something that is particularly attractive in challenging economic conditions where quality remains non-negotiable.

Perhaps most importantly, Distrigo’s backing provides partner workshops confidence in long-term investment. As automotive technology evolves toward electrification, workshops aligned with Distrigo benefit from early access to training, tools, and technical support needed to remain competitive. When new Stellantis models launch, partner workshops receive timely access to required components and documentation, maintaining competitive parity with main dealers.

For UK workshops serious about sustainable growth, Distrigo’s manufacturer-backed infrastructure offers advantages that traditional independent distribution can rarely match.

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