Ring turns 50! 

Ring, the premium quality automotive lighting and auto electrics supplier, is turning 50 years old in 2024 and will be celebrating in style throughout the year.

In 1974, Danny Rivlin had an idea to create a new company with a sole focus on distributing bulbs to the automotive aftermarket. While there have been many developments in the 50 years since Ring has been created, providing quality products to the aftermarket whilst concentrating on its customer relationships has been a constant.

Although the company began in lighting, primarily bulbs, it has grown to become a leader in other areas of the automotive industry too, such as tyre and battery care. Now, Ring is active in more than 40 countries worldwide, with 25 product ranges for cars and commercial vehicles.

Throughout its 50 years, Ring has always observed changes in the market and spotted gaps where it can provide products that solve problems drivers or technicians may encounter. One example is when stop start technology was introduced, it naturally put more pressure on vehicles’ electric systems, so Ring introduced smart battery chargers into its offering. The range has subsequently grown to provide both motorists and technicians with a host of options for consumer and professional alike.

While products are always at the core of a business, it’s been the people involved in Ring that has made it as successful as it is today. The company has always invested in its people and many in the industry have grown their careers at Ring. Some have been starting out in the aftermarket, several have remained at the company for the majority of their careers, whereas others have progressed into more senior roles elsewhere. 

To celebrate its successes in the industry, Ring is ensuring its 50th year is memorable for everyone associated with the company. Included in the celebrations, the team has produced unique limited edition gifts for customers with a custom designed Lego kit and a specially brewed Yorkshire beer. Ring also looks forward to its annual event which has now become well recognised within the automotive aftermarket – Ringmechanika!  

Managing Director for Ring, Andy Gratton, said: “We’re thrilled to reach our 50th year, it’s an incredible achievement for any company and we’re very proud of our people, products and far reaching relationships including our valued customers and suppliers. I’m honoured that I’m at the helm of this company for a huge milestone in our history and we’re looking forward to making 2024 our best year yet!

“I’ve spent some time recently looking back through Ring’s history and how far it’s come in the industry after starting out by selling bulbs, and because of the people involved in the company, it’s evolved into a respected organisation in an ever-changing industry. We will continue to thrive in the aftermarket and we look forward to the next 50 years – long may Ring continue and flourish!”

Press contact:

Donna Clapp at Chicane

07789 078710 

Donna@chicane.marketing

About Ring Automotive (an OSRAM business)

Ring is a leading vehicle lighting and electronics supplier to the automotive aftermarket, with over 40 years of lighting experience. Since 1974, Ring has constantly innovated to advance vehicle lighting, and later expanded into supplying a wider range of vehicle electronics and workshop equipment. This includes Ring’s range of LED inspection lighting, professional battery tools, tyre inflators, dash cameras and other automotive accessories. Additional information can be found at www.ringautomotive.com. 

Ring is a an OSRAM business, having been bought by the company in May 2019. Ring is the distributor of OSRAM and NEOLUX branded products in the UK.

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