American Automotive Equipment
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive Service Equipment |
| Founded | 1969 |
| Headquarters | , |
Area served | North America |
| Website | http://www.americanautomotiveequipment.com |
American Automotive Equipment, also known as AAE, is a United States-based manufacturer, distributor, and seller of automotive service equipment. AAE is a privately held company, headquartered in Port Chester, New York.
History
[edit]AAE was founded in 1969[1] as MZE, Inc. in the Northeastern United States as a distributor and service center for various manufacturers of automotive lifts and service equipment in the undercar sector.
As of 2012[update] AAE manufactured, distributed, and sold auto service equipment around the world. Its primary products included automotive lifts, wheel balancers, and tire changers. AAE claims a customer base of over 100,000 companies and individuals.
In 2004 AAE's U.S.-based manufacturing processes were internationalized. Three overseas cooperative ventures were established, tripling production capacity.
AAE's primary logistics facility is in Cleburne, Texas.
References
[edit]- ^ Hydraulic Lift - Extreme Garage Makeovers, Pablo Mazlumian, European Car, March 2006, archived from the original on 2009-08-27, retrieved 2010-07-25