Brixey & Meyer Capital Acquires Universal Distribution Group (UDG) to Expand its Automotive Shop Equipment Platform

CINCINNATI and CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brixey & Meyer Capital ("BMC") is pleased to announce the acquisition of Universal Distribution Group, ("UDG"), a leading provider of aftermarket automotive shop equipment, including sales, installation, and technical field service. UDG was acquired from founder and operator Josh Lyerly, who will retain an ownership stake and continue in a leadership role in the business.

Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, UDG is a market leader in comprehensive shop equipment solutions for dealerships, municipalities, and independent repair facilities. Its highly trained field service team specializes in preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs of light and heavy-duty automotive lifts, air compressors, A/C recovery systems, wheel alignment tools, and more.

UDG represents the third investment in BMC's aftermarket automotive equipment platform and significantly expands its geographic coverage across the Southeast. In October 2024, BMC acquired Professional Maintenance & Equipment ("PME" or "ProMain") and Smith Equipment Solutions ("SES"), both based in Eastern North Carolina. The addition of UDG now extends the platform's footprint across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Southern Virginia.

"UDG's mission has always been to deliver the best equipment in the industry backed by exceptional service," said Josh Lyerly. "This partnership enables us to expand across the Carolinas and meet the growing needs of our customers--especially in the collision repair segment."

The platform is led by a seasoned executive team with plans for continued organic and acquisitive growth.

"The partnership with UDG is a natural fit," said Patrick Nichol, CEO of the platform. "We're excited to bring UDG's heavy-duty capabilities into our platform while offering its customers expanded collision repair solutions. Together, we're elevating our value proposition and delivering complete solutions across the market."

About Brixey & Meyer Capital:

Brixey & Meyer Capital is a Cincinnati-based private investment firm focused on lower-middle-market companies. Since its founding, BMC has successfully completed 19 acquisitions and raised over $200 million in committed capital. The firm currently manages five different platform businesses across various industries. More on Brixey & Meyer Capital can be found on their website.

About BMC's Automotive Shop Equipment Platform:

The platform is a full-service distributor, installer, and field service provider of automotive and collision repair equipment. Serving dealerships, multi-site operators, municipalities, and independent repair centers across the Southeast, the platform delivers end-to-end solutions—from facility design through ongoing maintenance. 

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SOURCE Brixey & Meyer Capital