CTR – Car Parts Matching OEM Standards
The origins of CTR date back to 1952, when it was founded as Shilla, a manufacturer of machine components in Busan, South Korea. In 1971, the company rebranded to CTR (short for Central). During the economic boom in Korea in the 1960s and 70s, government policies, such as banning the sale of foreign-made cars, led to rapid growth in the domestic automotive industry. This created an opportunity for local companies like CTR to shift focus and specialise in producing automotive spare parts for Korea’s growing vehicle fleet.
With the debut of Korean-made vehicles in global markets during the 1980s and 90s, CTR quickly expanded internationally. Today, CTR operates in Poland through its distribution centre in Warsaw, offering a comprehensive range of high-quality automotive parts.
CTR replacement parts focus primarily on suspension and steering systems, maintaining the brand's reputation for delivering components that match the quality of OEM parts.
CTR – Expertise and Innovation
CTR continuously evolves, operating research centres in Korea and Germany to develop parts tailored for European conditions. This ensures that components like control arms, ball joints, bushings, stabiliser links, and silent blocks meet the demands of drivers in Poland and across Europe.
CTR specialises in parts for Korean, Japanese, and American vehicles, but its range also includes components for European models sharing platforms with Asian or American cars (e.g., Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance or Fiat models based on Chrysler/Jeep designs). For owners of Asian or American cars, often underserved in Europe, CTR offers an extensive selection of high-quality parts.
With factories in Europe, Asia, and America, CTR ensures meticulous quality control across all locations, adhering to the stringent standards set in Korea.
CTR Parts – Safety and Confidence on the Road
Mechanical systems supported by CTR products significantly impact driving comfort, handling, and safety. Maintaining suspension and steering systems in excellent condition is essential, and CTR parts make it easier than ever.
CTR tie rod ends ensure precise steering control and durability over thousands of miles. Suspension parts, from control arms and shock absorber mounts to stabiliser links and bushings, provide exceptional handling and consistent road contact under all conditions.
CTR’s extensive range includes components for modern and older models, including Daewoo, Chevrolet (successor to Daewoo), and legacy Hyundai and Kia vehicles, ensuring that drivers of older cars can also benefit from high-quality replacements.