Wheel Group Names New CEO

The Wheel Group (TWG) has named Wade Kawasaki its new CEO, effective Aug. 1. 

Kawasaki has served as the distributor's executive chairman since 2022, working with TWG's leadership team and financial partners to shape the firm's strategy.

His promotion "marks the next phase in TWG's focus on execution," say TWG officials.

A 30-year automotive industry veteran, Kawasaki previously served as president and CEO of The Coker Group and chairman of the Specialty Equipment Market Association.