The bilstein group supplies around 70 thousand spare parts from brands such as febi, Blue Print and SWAG. And some 3,500 new products are added every year. A further step has already been taken with the acquisition of German turbo supplier Motair. Ferdinand Bilstein wishes to distinguish itself in der market on the basis of 3 strengths: Fast to Market, Close to Market and Time to Market: Meanwhile, the product range includes over 70 thousand replacement parts; every year we develop +3500 articles in the product portfolio. This both by expanding known lines or adding a new range. For example, brake calipers, drive shafts and starters & alternators were recently added to the range. Today, the group has more than 7,750 parts for EVs and HEVs in our product range. We are always looking for the right parts to improve our range, and this certainly includes new brands on the market. This is the only way to offer the right articles at the right time for the right applications. Fast to market. Our service is taken to a higher level because we are locally anchored. The bilstein group has subsidiaries in various areas with people who speak the language of the country and really understand the local market. A lot of importance is attached to this. In the Benelux, for example, there are two technical trainers who give around 50 to 70 technical training courses on different topics every year. It is important that today's mechanic can still work on tomorrow's vehicle. There are big challenges ahead for each of us as the new vehicles become more and more complex. The main goal remains to be able to repair vehicles cost-efficiently and keep on tinkering. Close to market. For all components, availability & fast delivery is guaranteed thanks to the new automated warehouse in Gelsenkirchen, which covers five football pitches and will soon be expanded again. Time to market. With the inclusion of the Motair turbo brand in the portfolio, a brand new product group is offered. Motair specialises in turbos and offers products from well-known OE manufacturers as well as remanufactured OE turbos. Turbos are an integral part of a modern internal combustion engine and combine high performance with environmental efficiency. This makes it almost essential for new vehicles to have one. Remanufacturing plays an increasingly important role in the IAM's efforts to become more sustainable by extending the life of wear parts. In addition to parts for passenger vehicles, under the febi Truck brand, the bilstein group also offers an extensive range of parts for commercial vehicles, trailers, buses and off-highway applications. febi bilstein offers the right parts in well-known OEM quality. Also be sure to discover the febiPlus range. Articles that are otherwise only offered by OE. As you can read, the bilstein group has a lot to offer. Be sure to drop by the stand in hall 7. Discover the extensive range, technical solutions, service and digital platforms. Take a ride on the race simulator and win great prizes.