Who Owns Fel-Pro?
Fel-Pro is owned by Tenneco Inc., a privately held American automotive parts manufacturer owned by Apollo Global Management since November 2022. Founded in 1918 in Chicago as Felt Products Manufacturing, Fel-Pro is the engine sealing brand in Tenneco's DRiV Motorparts aftermarket division, known for premium gaskets and sealing solutions.
Fel-Pro Timeline
Who Owns Fel-Pro?
- Parent Company: Tenneco Inc.
- Ownership Type: Subsidiary
- Acquisition Year: 2018
- Company Type: Privately Held
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fel-Pro | Tenneco Inc. | Subsidiary |
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History of Fel-Pro
- Founded: 1918
- Founders: Felt Products Manufacturing Company
- Acquired by Tenneco Inc.: 2018
Fel-Pro began in 1918 in Chicago as Felt Products Manufacturing Company, making felt seals and gaskets for early engines. The Fel-Pro name came from the company's felt products specialty, shortened for the aftermarket brand it became.
Through the mid-20th century Fel-Pro grew into the leading engine gasket and sealing brand in the North American aftermarket, becoming the standard reference for professional engine rebuilders. Federal-Mogul acquired the brand and folded it into its sealing systems division, which Tenneco absorbed in the 2018 Federal-Mogul purchase.
The brand's modern position covers the full sealing range: PermaTorque head gaskets, PermaDryPlus oil pan and timing cover gaskets, manifold sets, and complete engine gasket kits, all engineered as upgrades over the original equipment they replace.
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About Tenneco Inc.
What is Tenneco?
Tenneco is a privately held American automotive parts manufacturer headquartered in Northville, Michigan, behind aftermarket brands including Monroe, Walker, MOOG, Fel-Pro, and Champion, owned by Apollo Global Management since November 2022.
Is Tenneco publicly traded?
No. Apollo Global Management took Tenneco private in a $7.1 billion buyout completed in November 2022, delisting it from the NYSE.
Who owns Tenneco?
Investment funds affiliated with Apollo Global Management own the company outright.
Who runs Tenneco?
Jim Voss is CEO.
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What are Tenneco's main brands?
The DRiV Motorparts aftermarket portfolio: Monroe, Walker, MOOG, Fel-Pro, Champion, Rancho, DynoMax, Thrush, Anco, National, Wagner, and Ferodo, among others.
- Founded: 1940
- Headquarters: Northville, Michigan, USA
- Company Type: Privately Held
- Revenue: Approximately $11.6 billion (FY2025)
- Employees: Approximately 66,000
Where Is Fel-Pro Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Skokie, Illinois, USA
Fel-Pro Categories & Tags
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Fel-Pro Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Century-old professional reputation in engine sealing
- +Premium positioning earns margin over budget gaskets
- +Technical credibility with professional rebuilders
- +DRiV distribution reaches all major parts channels
- +Comprehensive catalog coverage for domestic and import engines
Considerations
- -Narrow category: sealing only
- -Engine downsizing trend shrinks gasket content per vehicle
- -Professional channel dependence limits retail reach
- -Premium pricing competes against economy alternatives
Frequently Asked Questions About Fel-Pro
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Sources & Further Reading
- Fel-Pro Official Site
- DRiV Motorparts
- Tenneco Company Page — /companies/tenneco
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| Dana | Germany | 1920 | Mass market | United states | All Genders |
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Competitive Analysis
Market Positioning: Fel-Pro competes with 1 brands in the same categories, ranging from mass market to luxury positioning.
Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.
Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.
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