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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PartsChannel, Inc. today announced it has acquired certain assets of Total Auto Pros, LLC related to the wholesale distribution of aftermarket collision replacement parts. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“The acquisition enables PartsChannel to expand its distribution network in the Western United States. We are committed to offering quality parts at competitive prices with world-class customer service to the collision repair industry. We will continue to explore other expansion opportunities throughout the United States,” said John M. Palumbo, chief executive officer of PartsChannel.

About PartsChannel, Inc.

PartsChannel, Inc. is a privately held distributor of automotive collision repair parts. Its product lines include: bumpers, hoods, fenders, grilles, panels, lights, mirrors, radiators, condensers and related automotive parts used in repairing damaged vehicles. The company’s products are sold to automotive repair shops and independent distributors throughout the United States. Additional information is available at www.partschannel.com.

CONTACT: John M. Palumbo
         (562) 654-3440
         johnp@partschannel.com
         -or-
         Gary S. Maier
         Maier & Company, Inc.
         (310) 442-9852
         gmaier@maierco.com