Winter Stocking Checklist for Auto Shops, Parts Stores and Gas Stations

In New Jersey and the Northeast, winter demand arrives overnight. One snowfall and customers want ice scrapers, de-icer and washer fluid immediately. Stores that stock early make the sales; stores that wait get empty shelves and backorders. Use this checklist to prepare.

Fuel and engine

• ☐ Diesel anti-gel (Power Service, Howes Diesel Treat)
• ☐ Emergency de-gelling product (Power Service Diesel 9-1-1)
• ☐ Gas line antifreeze and fuel treatments
• ☐ Antifreeze and coolant — concentrate and 50/50
• ☐ Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) jugs
• ☐ Engine oil in winter grades (5W-30, 5W-40, 15W-40)

Visibility

• ☐ Winter wiper blades in the most common sizes
• ☐ De-icer windshield washer fluid by the case
• ☐ De-icer spray for glass and locks
• ☐ Snow brushes and ice scrapers
• ☐ Replacement headlight and tail light bulbs

Ice and snow

• ☐ Ice melt and winter salt
• ☐ Snow shovels
• ☐ Air brake antifreeze for trucks (Berkebile 2+2 Airline)
• ☐ Lock de-icer

Driver comfort and safety

• ☐ Work and winter gloves
• ☐ Shop rags and towels
• ☐ Bottled water and sports drinks
• ☐ Tire repair kits and accessories

Tips for selling more in winter

• Place winter items at the counter and front door. Scrapers, de-icer and washer fluid are impulse buys.
• Watch the forecast. Increase orders a week before the first predicted snow.
• Bundle products. Pair wiper blades with washer fluid, or anti-gel with fuel filters.
• Order early. Distributors see the same rush you do — early orders ship first.

Get everything from one supplier

RPS Distributors stocks the full winter range in one place — from Winter Supplies and Fuel Additives to Antifreeze & Coolants, Wiper Blades and Beverages. One order, one delivery, wholesale pricing.

Request a wholesale quote or call 1-855-498-7509 to place your winter order.