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    Dorman Products Inc (DORM)

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    Dorman Products, Inc. (DORM) is a leading supplier of replacement and upgrade parts in the motor vehicle aftermarket industry. The company designs, engineers, and markets a wide range of products for passenger cars, light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks, as well as specialty vehicles like utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Its offerings include innovative solutions for powertrain, chassis, body, and hardware components, many of which are designed to address repair challenges not solved by original equipment manufacturers.

    1. Light Duty - Supplies replacement parts and fasteners for passenger cars and light-duty trucks, including components for powertrain, chassis, and body systems.
    2. Heavy Duty - Provides replacement parts for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, focusing on durable and reliable solutions for demanding applications.
    3. Specialty Vehicle - Offers aftermarket parts and accessories for powersports vehicles, including UTVs and ATVs, with a focus on enhancing performance and functionality.
    4. Powertrain Products - Includes engine, transmission, and axle components such as intake and exhaust manifolds, cooling products, and fluid reservoirs.
    5. Chassis Products - Features suspension, steering, and brake components like control arms, ball joints, and tie-rod ends.
    6. Motor Vehicle Body Products - Covers interior and exterior vehicle body components, including door handles, window regulators, and UTV windshields.
    7. Hardware Products - Comprises bolts, fasteners, electrical wiring components, and other hardware assortments for various vehicle applications.
    NamePositionStart DateShort Bio
    Kevin M. OlsenPresident and Chief Executive OfficerJanuary 2019Kevin M. Olsen joined Dorman Products, Inc. in July 2016 as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He was promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer in June 2017, then to President and Chief Operating Officer in August 2018, and finally to President and Chief Executive Officer in January 2019.
    Brian J. BorradaileSenior Vice President, Strategy and Corporate DevelopmentFebruary 2023Brian J. Borradaile joined Dorman Products, Inc. in December 2017 as Vice President, Corporate Development. He was appointed Senior Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development in February 2023.
    Joseph P. BraunSenior Vice President, General Counsel and SecretaryApril 2019Joseph P. Braun joined Dorman Products, Inc. in April 2019 as Senior Vice President and General Counsel. He was appointed Corporate Secretary in May 2019.
    Jeffrey L. DarbySenior Vice President, Sales and MarketingFebruary 2011Jeffrey L. Darby joined Dorman Products, Inc. in November 1998 as a National Account Manager. He became Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing in February 2011.
    David M. HessionSenior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and TreasurerMarch 2019David M. Hession joined Dorman Products, Inc. in February 2019 and was appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in March 2019. He also became Treasurer in May 2019.
    Lindsay HuntPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Specialty VehiclesOctober 2022Lindsay Hunt joined Dorman Products, Inc. in October 2022 as President and Chief Executive Officer, Specialty Vehicles, following the company's acquisition of SuperATV, LLC.
    Scott D. LeffSenior Vice President, Chief Human Resources OfficerApril 2019Scott D. Leff joined Dorman Products, Inc. in April 2019 as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer.
    Donna M. LongSenior Vice President, Chief Information OfficerApril 2015Donna M. Long joined Dorman Products, Inc. in April 2015 as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer.
    Eric B. LuftigSenior Vice President, ProductDecember 2021Eric B. Luftig joined Dorman Products, Inc. in December 2021 as Senior Vice President, Product.
    John McKnightPresident, Heavy DutyMarch 10, 2023John McKnight joined the company in November 2019 as Senior Vice President, Operations. He was later appointed as President, Heavy Duty on March 10, 2023.
    1. With ongoing market pressures and uncertainties in your Heavy Duty segment, particularly a 5% year-over-year sales decline in Q3 2024, what specific strategies are you implementing to drive growth and profitability, and how confident are you in achieving mid-teen operating profit margins when the market recovers?

    2. In the Specialty Vehicles segment, you've mentioned that over half of the business is now in nondiscretionary repair parts, up from less than that 18 months ago. Can you provide more details on the progress of expanding your nondiscretionary repair portfolio and how this shift is impacting your revenue and margin profiles?

    3. Given the significant role that new product introductions, especially in complex electronics, have played in driving growth and margin improvement, can you quantify the percentage of sales attributed to new products, and discuss how you plan to sustain this growth amid increasing competition?

    4. Considering potential tariff increases next year and your efforts to diversify your supply chain, how do you anticipate these tariff changes will impact your costs and margins, and what contingency plans do you have to mitigate potential negative effects on the business?

    5. While you've highlighted investments in electric vehicle (EV) parts and complex electronics, EVs are expected to be a small portion of the repair-age car park through 2035. How are you balancing your investments between EV-related products and traditional ICE vehicles to ensure long-term growth in a shifting automotive landscape?

    Program DetailsProgram 1Program 2
    Approval DateDecember 12, 2013 October 2024
    End Date/DurationDecember 31, 2024 December 31, 2027
    Total Additional Amount$600 million $500 million
    Remaining Authorization$134.6 million N/A
    DetailsExpanded through several actions since initial approval. Effective from January 1, 2025.