ADI, short for Autodistribution International, is the international head office of a leading European group of distributors of automotive replacement parts for motor vehicles. The group counts more than 3000 AD distribution outlets in 40 countries in Europe, northern Africa and Central Asia. Its core business is the distribution of original replacement parts (purchased directly from premium OE components manufacturers through international agreements) to any professional repair shop. Additionally the group provides professional garage customers with all services that support the traditional car repair and maintenance business, such as technical support and training, catalogue solutions and technical data, IT solutions, marketing programs and network concepts. Since its creation in 1970, ADI is a major driving force in automotive parts distribution in Europe. Through its joint venture 1Parts (www.1parts.net), ADI extends its footprint beyond the European continent, seeking to harmonize automotive business solutions on a global scale.