Fort Smith, AR – April 29, 2026 – Cloyes Gear & Products, Inc. (“Cloyes”), the North American leader and global designer, developer, manufacturer, and distributor of mission-critical timing drive systems and components for the automotive aftermarket, today announced that CEO John Hanighen has also been appointed Chairman of the Board for Cloyes by MidOcean Partners.

This appointment reflects continued confidence in Hanighen’s leadership and the strategic direction of Cloyes as the company builds on its position as a category leader in timing systems and related engine components.

“I’m honored to take on this role,” said Hanighen. “Cloyes has a strong foundation, a talented team, and a clear growth path. I look forward to continuing to work closely with MidOcean and our leadership team to drive long-term growth and deliver value to our customers and partners.”

Since joining Cloyes, Hanighen has led the company through a period of sustained growth, marked by strategic acquisitions, operational discipline, and a continued focus on innovation and customer support. Under his leadership, Cloyes has strengthened its product portfolio, expanded its market reach, and reinforced its commitment to delivering OE-quality solutions backed by industry-leading technical resources.

“John’s appointment as Chairman reflects both his impact on the business and his ability to lead with clarity and purpose,” said Daniel Penn, Managing Director at Mid Ocean Partners. “His focus on execution, team alignment, and customer value continues to position Cloyes for long-term success.”

Cloyes remains focused on delivering best-in-class timing system solutions while supporting technicians and customers with the tools, training, and reliability they need to keep engines performing at their best.

About Cloyes 
Cloyes, based in Fort Smith, AR, is the North American leader and global designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of timing drive systems and components for the automotive aftermarket. Its products are mission-critical components for engine performance and function used in high-performance and replacement applications. Cloyes serves a broad customer base, including wholesale distributors, national and local retailers, re-packagers, and production engine builders, and sells its products under the Cloyes® brand throughout North America and Dynagear® in Mexico. To learn more, visit www.cloyes.com.