Pronto News & Information

Smothers joins Pronto

Press Release
October 21, 2004

Justin, Texas, —

National Pronto Association is pleased to announce Smothers Auto Parts and Performance Accessories has become the newest shareholder of the programmed distribution group. Smothers is located in Santa Rosa, California and is full-line automotive and performance parts distribution center. Smothers Auto Parts and Performance Accessories has been in business in the same area since 1974. The President of Smothers Auto Parts is Mark Smothers and Don Gomez is the General Manager.

Smothers Auto Parts, was remodeled a few years ago creating an up front show room with space available to display customers “custom and performance” cars and trucks. The unique store design features a custom and performance showroom and a warehouse full of traditional hard parts for servicing the professional service centers.

National Pronto Association is a shareholder owned organization headquartered in Justin, Texas. Pronto was formed in 1979. Pronto offers shareholders marketing programs utilizing the Pronto Smart Choice and VIP Tech Center programs. In addition to marketing, Pronto has been a leader in technology with all group communication provided through a private extranet, automated rebate processing, EDI and data warehousing. Shareholders also benefit from name brand and private brand buying programs developed for profitability

Questions regarding Pronto membership should be directed to Murray Sullivan, Director of Business Development 1-800-477-6686 or by email at murray@pronto-net.com.