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Keith D. McManus named CTR America's director of sales for US and Canada. August 7, 2026 CTR America has appointed Keith D. McManus as its new Director of Sales for the United States and Canada, bringing more than 20 years of senior sales leadership experience to the automotive components manufacturer. McManus, based in Spring, Texas, will focus on strengthening relationships with warehouse distributors, buying groups and aftermarket partners across the North American market. His appointment underscores CTR America's strategy to expand its footprint and raise awareness of its manufacturing capabilities. Before joining CTR America, McManus spent 12 years as Director of Sales for the Central Region at Mevotech, where he led chassis, steering and suspension sales across a substantial national territory. His career also includes leadership positions at CARQUEST, Autolite/UCI FRAM Group and Uni-Select USA. This background has provided him with extensive experience working with various distribution channels, including national accounts and independent aftermarket partners. McManus's prior roles have given him an intimate knowledge of the competitive chassis and suspension market, including an understanding of key brands, distribution networks and customer expectations throughout the U.S. and Canada. However, McManus noted that CTR America offered a distinct opportunity. "After two decades of selling chassis and suspension parts, I knew the competitive landscape inside and out," McManus said. "What I had never done was work for the company that actually manufactures the OE part." CTR is a global automotive components manufacturer with decades of experience in original equipment (OE) steering and suspension applications. The company's manufacturing background, established quality systems and product testing capabilities were central to McManus's decision. "When I understood the full scope of what CTR is - not simply an aftermarket brand, but an experienced OE manufacturer - I knew this was a once-in-a-career opportunity," he said. Aftermarket Intel tracks the signals shaping the global automotive aftermarket - news, trends and executive-level insight. Visit aftermarketintel.com. To share news, data, or strategic perspectives, contact Editor Mark Phillips at [email protected] or connect on LinkedIn here. Don't miss a single shift in the global automotive aftermarket. Subscribe today.

Mevotech earns Gold status among Canada's Best Managed Companies. The Gold recognition is awarded to organizations that have demonstrated consistent excellence over multiple years. Jeff White is the Managing Editor of Counterman. He joined Babcox after a 20-year career in TV News as a Producer. You can contact him at [email protected] Published: May 15, 2026 Mevotech has been recognized with Gold status as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year earning this designation. Recognition for long-term excellence. The Gold recognition is awarded to organizations that have demonstrated consistent excellence over multiple years - highlighting strong leadership, disciplined strategy, a high-performance culture, and a continued commitment to innovation, governance, and sustainable growth. "The 2026 Best Managed winners exemplify the highest Canadian business standards of innovation, adaptability, and bold leadership," said Derrick Dempster, partner, Deloitte Private and Canada's Best Managed co-leader. "Their relentless ambition, determined focus, and strategic agility have led them to remain competitive on the world stage, creating sustainable economic growth in an evolving global market." Leadership reflects Mevotech's culture. "Being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies is an incredible honor and a proud milestone for our organization," said Ezer Mevorach, CEO of Mevotech. "This recognition reflects the strength of our people-first culture, commitment to innovation, and dedication across our teams."