Standard Motor Products Releases 505 New Numbers in First Quarter

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Standard Motor Products (NYSE:SMP) released more than 500 new part numbers in Q1 2026 across Vehicle Control and Temperature Control divisions. New coverage includes fuel injectors, 18 ABS speed sensors covering 3.4 million vehicles, 48 PAC-Kits covering 34 million+ vehicles, HVAC actuators, heater cores and transmission solenoids.

All new applications are listed in StandardBrand.com and 4S.com catalogs and in electronic catalog providers.

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News Market Reaction – SMP

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-0.08% News Effect

On the day this news was published, SMP declined 0.08%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

New part numbers: 505 new numbers New part numbers (approx.): more than 500 new part numbers ABS speed sensors added: 18 ABS Speed Sensors +5 more

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New part numbers 505 new numbers First quarter 2026 release across divisions

New part numbers (approx.) more than 500 new part numbers Q1 2026 vehicle control and temperature control

ABS speed sensors added 18 ABS Speed Sensors Coverage for 3.4 million vehicles

ABS coverage vehicles 3.4 million vehicles Vehicles covered by new ABS Speed Sensors

Transmission solenoids 10 Transmission Control Solenoids Added for millions of Ford, GM, Jeep, RAM vehicles

Nissan window coverage over 4 million Nissan vehicles Coverage for new Power Window Switches

PAC-Kits added 48 PAC-Kits A/C Service Kits Four Seasons offering expansion

PAC-Kits coverage over 34 million vehicles Vehicles in operation covered by new PAC-Kits

Market Reality Check

Price: $39.46 Vol: Volume 249,458 is 1.7x it...

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$39.46 Last Close

Volume Volume 249,458 is 1.7x its 20-day average of 147,022 ahead of this positive product expansion update. high

Technical Price at 34.74 is trading below the 200-day MA of 37.72 and 24.48% under the 52-week high of 46.00 while still 62.53% above the 52-week low of 21.375.

Peers on Argus

SMP fell 1.64% while key auto parts peers were mixed: MVST +5.63%, XPEL +6.81%, ...

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SMP fell 1.64% while key auto parts peers were mixed: MVST +5.63%, XPEL +6.81%, THRM +0.58%, PLOW +0.17%, and FOXF -1.44%. With only one peer in the momentum scanner and mostly positive peer moves, SMP’s decline appears more stock-specific than sector-driven.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 26 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 26	Q4 2025 results	Positive	-8.5%	Strong Q4 and full-year sales, margin gains, dividend increase.
Feb 20	Earnings call setup	Neutral	+1.1%	Announcement of timing and access details for Q4 earnings call.
Feb 02	Dividend increase	Positive	+5.9%	Quarterly dividend raised from $0.31 to $0.33 per share.
Jan 21	ESG recognition	Positive	+4.5%	Named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2026.
Oct 31	Q3 2025 results	Positive	-4.9%	Strong Q3 growth, guidance raise, and dividend declaration.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows that fundamentally strong earnings updates have sometimes coincided with negative 1-day reactions, while dividend actions and ESG recognition have drawn positive responses.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, SMP reported strong fundamentals, including Q3 2025 net sales of $498.8M and Q4 2025 net sales of $385.1M with margin improvement and leverage trending lower. Despite this, 1-day reactions to both Q3 and Q4 results were negative. In contrast, a $0.02 quarterly dividend increase and ESG recognition as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies saw positive moves. Today’s expansion of over 500 new part numbers builds on that strategy of broadening product coverage.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement describes a broad product expansion, with more than 500 new part numbers and cover...

Analysis

This announcement describes a broad product expansion, with more than 500 new part numbers and coverage added for tens of millions of vehicles across vehicle control and temperature control categories. In recent quarters, SMP has reported solid revenue growth and margin improvement, complemented by a dividend increase and ESG recognition. Investors may watch how these new SKUs translate into sales, margin mix, and inventory efficiency over coming quarters, alongside any updates in future earnings releases.

Key Terms

mfi, abs speed sensors, transmission control solenoids, a/c service kits, +3 more

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mfi technical

"Multiple GDI and MFI Fuel Injectors have been introduced, adding covering..."

MFI stands for Money Flow Index, a momentum indicator that combines price and trading volume to gauge buying and selling pressure for a stock. Think of it as a traffic meter that not only counts cars (volume) but also how fast they’re going (price changes)—high readings suggest heavy buying, low readings suggest heavy selling, and large swings can warn investors of potential reversals or overextended moves.

abs speed sensors technical

"Eighteen ABS Speed Sensors have been added covering 3.4 million vehicles..."

ABS speed sensors are small devices mounted at each wheel that measure how fast the wheel is turning and send that information to the vehicle’s anti-lock braking system so it can prevent skids. For investors, they matter because they are critical safety components with steady replacement demand, are subject to regulatory standards and recalls, and link to growth in vehicle electronics, autonomous driving features and electric-vehicle architectures.

transmission control solenoids technical

"Additionally, 10 Transmission Control Solenoids have been added for millions..."

Small electromechanical valves inside an automatic transmission that open and close to direct hydraulic fluid, allowing the gearbox to engage the right gear at the right time. Like traffic lights for fluid flow, they control smooth shifting, fuel efficiency and drivability; failures can lead to rough shifts, reduced performance or costly repairs, so their quality and reliability matter to automakers, suppliers and investors watching warranty, production and resale trends.

a/c service kits technical

"The addition of 48 PAC-Kits® A/C Service Kits to the Four Seasons® offering..."

A/C service kits are packaged sets of parts and consumables used to repair or maintain a vehicle’s air‑conditioning system, typically including items like refrigerant, seals, O‑rings, oils and filter driers. For investors, they matter because they represent repeatable, lower‑ticket sales in the automotive aftermarket—similar to replacement batteries or oil filters—that can provide steady revenue, predictable margins and vulnerability to supply or regulatory changes affecting refrigerants.

a/c compressor technical

"components required to accompany an A/C compressor for a successful repair."

An a/c compressor is the pump in an air‑conditioning system that pressurizes and circulates refrigerant so the system can remove heat and blow cool air — think of it as the heart that keeps the cooling cycle moving. Investors watch it because its cost, reliability, and supply affect manufacturing expenses, aftermarket revenue, and product features for vehicles, appliances and HVAC systems, so changes in demand or shortages can influence a company’s sales and margins.

hvac air door actuators technical

"Nearly 30 HVAC Air Door Actuators have been released, adding coverage..."

HVAC air door actuators are small motors or mechanisms that open, close, or position the movable doors and dampers inside heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning systems to control airflow and temperature. They matter to investors because reliable actuators directly affect a building’s energy use, comfort, and maintenance costs—think of them as the steering for a building’s air system—so their quality, replacement cycle, and integration with smart controls can influence operating expenses and market demand for building systems.

turbocharger-related components technical

"Other Standard® categories that see expansion include ... Turbocharger-related components..."

Turbocharger-related components are the mechanical and control parts that make a turbocharger boost an engine’s power and efficiency — for example the turbine and compressor wheels, shaft and bearings, housings, wastegate or actuator, and control electronics or sensors. Like a set of gears that lets a cyclist pedal harder without more effort, these parts determine fuel economy, emissions and performance; their cost, availability and durability directly affect manufacturers’ margins, replacement demand and regulatory compliance risks, so they matter to investors tracking automotive and industrial suppliers.

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NEW YORK, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is pleased to announce that it released more than 500 new part numbers in Q1 of 2026. This includes new applications from SMP's Vehicle Control and Temperature Control divisions for late-model import and domestic vehicles.

Standard^® has recently added new numbers to its growing Fuel Injection and ABS Sensor programs and has also expanded several other key categories. Multiple GDI and MFI Fuel Injectors have been introduced, adding covering for the 2025-20 Nissan Frontier, 2025-21 Subaru Crosstrek and more. Eighteen ABS Speed Sensors have been added covering 3.4 million vehicles like 2025-20 Ford Super Duty trucks, the 2025-22 Hyundai Tucson, 2025-19 Mazda 3, and 2025-20 Cadillac CT5. Additionally, 10 Transmission Control Solenoids have been added for millions of Ford, General Motors, Jeep and RAM vehicles, and Power Window Switches are new for over 4 million Nissan vehicles. Other Standard^® categories that see expansion include Battery Current/Volt Sensors, EGR Tubes, Park Assist Cameras and Sensors, Turbocharger-related components, Vehicle Speed Sensors and more.

The addition of 48 PAC-Kits^® A/C Service Kits to the Four Seasons^® offering introduce coverage for over 34 million vehicles in operation, including 2024-19 General Motors trucks and the 2024-18 Toyota Camry. These kits include all of the related, premium-quality components required to accompany an A/C compressor for a successful repair. Nearly 30 HVAC Air Door Actuators have been released, adding coverage for popular vehicles like the 2023-16 Toyota Tacoma, 2024-20 Subaru Legacy and Outback, and 2024-21 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Heater Cores are new for the 2025-18 Volkswagen Atlas, 2024-20 Nissan Sentra, and 2023-20 Hyundai Sonata. Additionally, coverage has been added in A/C Compressor Kits, New Compressors, Blower Motor Resistors and more.

Jack Ramsey, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SMP, stated, "2026 is off to a strong start, with more than 500 new numbers added across our vehicle control and temperature control divisions. The first quarter saw the expansion of some of our most popular categories, adding coverage for millions of popular vehicles. Our distribution partners can continue to count on Standard® and Four Seasons^® to deliver first-to-market coverage in key vehicle control and temperature control categories."

All new applications are listed in the catalogs found at StandardBrand.com and 4S.com, and in electronic catalog providers.

About SMP

With over 100 years in business, Standard Motor Products, Inc. is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium replacement parts in the automotive aftermarket and a custom-engineered solutions provider to vehicle and equipment manufacturers in diverse non-aftermarket end markets.  SMP sells its products primarily to retailers, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico and other Latin America countries. For more information, download the SMP^® Parts App or visit SMPcorp.com.

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FAQ

What did Standard Motor Products (SMP) announce on April 1, 2026 about new parts?

Standard Motor Products announced more than 500 new part numbers added in Q1 2026. According to the company, additions span fuel injectors, ABS sensors, transmission solenoids, HVAC components and PAC-Kits, expanding coverage for millions of late-model vehicles.

How many vehicles are covered by the 18 new ABS speed sensors from SMP (SMP)?

The 18 new ABS speed sensors cover about 3.4 million vehicles. According to the company, coverage includes models such as 2025-20 Ford Super Duty trucks, 2025-22 Hyundai Tucson and 2025-19 Mazda 3.

What is the scope of the 48 PAC-Kits added to Four Seasons by SMP (SMP)?

The 48 PAC-Kits introduce coverage for over 34 million vehicles in operation. According to the company, kits add coverage for vehicles including 2024-19 GM trucks and 2024-18 Toyota Camry and include all related components for A/C compressor repairs.

Which late-model vehicles gained new fuel injector coverage from Standard Motor Products (SMP)?

New GDI and MFI fuel injectors add coverage for late-model vehicles including the 2025-20 Nissan Frontier and 2025-21 Subaru Crosstrek. According to the company, the additions expand Fuel Injection programs for both import and domestic late-model vehicles.

Where can distributors find the new SMP (SMP) part applications released in Q1 2026?

All new applications are listed in online catalogs at StandardBrand.com and 4S.com and via electronic catalog providers. According to the company, those catalogs include detailed application data for the Q1 2026 additions.

Did SMP (SMP) add transmission and HVAC coverage in the Q1 2026 release and for which vehicle groups?

Yes. The release added 10 transmission control solenoids for Ford, GM, Jeep and RAM vehicles and nearly 30 HVAC air door actuators for models like Toyota Tacoma and Subaru Legacy. According to the company, these expand repair coverage for popular vehicles.