MILTON, Ga. Exide Technologies has been awarded a contract to be the majority supplier for Pep Boys stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. According to the contract, Exide will provide private-labeled, Pep Boys Pro-Start batteries for automotive, marine, lawn and garden and heavy-duty/commercial use. Exide has supplied private-labeled Bosch premium batteries to Pep Boys since 2008. “Expanding our relationship with Pep Boys and offering solutions for battery consumers of all types provides a platform for Exide’s continued growth in the transportation aftermarket,” said Paul Hirt, president, Exide Americas. “We value our existing relationship with Pep Boys and look forward to continuing to provide the highest-quality products for them and their customers now, and into the future.”