CP Pistons, LLC acquiers Carrillo Industries, Inc.

IRVINE, CA. – CP Pistons, the foremost piston supplier for high performance engines acquired Carrillo Industries, Inc., the premier supplier of high performance connecting rods.

Carrillo, founded in 1963 by Fred Carrillo, has dedicated its resources to one effort only: connecting rods. This dedication has created one of the most impressive success records of any automotive aftermarket parts supplier.

"It's a unique partnership," said Barry Calvert, President of Carrillo, and CP Pistons. "Both companies strive to provide the best internal engine components to the customer; adding Carrillo to our product offering combines tremendous added value for our customers."

Carrillo has an excellent position in the US market and is the best-known connecting rod brand in US motorsports. Customers now have a choice between “Pankl” and “Carrillo” connecting rods. This acquisition allows us to develop and produce connecting rods at different price points satisfying different technological requirements.

CP Pistons with over 100 years of combined Piston manufacturing experience, and as a member of Pankl Racing Systems, shares in the cutting-edge knowledge of a high-technology racing group supplying engine and drive train components to numerous racing teams in Formula 1, F3000, NASCAR, IRL, World Rally, and to elite car manufacturers like Ferrari and Porsche.

For more information or a free catalog for Carrillo or CP Pistons, please contact:

Carrillo Industries, Inc
990 Calle Amanecer
San Clemente, CA 92673
949-498-1800

CP Pistons, LLC
1902 McGaw Ave
Irvine, CA 92614
949 567 9000