Arch Auto Parts Renovates Flagship Store
As the company’s corporate headquarters, parts warehouse and busiest of its 12 stores, “it was important for the outside of the building to accurately reflect that this location is much more than a busy parts store with long lines on Saturday mornings,” the company said.
NetCom Introduces Point-of-Sale Software for Auto Parts Retailers
The point-of-sale system is designed to maximize productivity at the parts counter and equip stores to receive online orders from installers, according to the company.
Homemade Starter Switch Causes Customer’s Truck to Crash into O’Reilly Auto Parts Store in Washington State
Fortunately, no one was injured, and the store reopened the same day.
AutoZone Reports 2.2 Percent Jump in Same-Store Sales
During the quarter, AutoZone opened 78 new stores and relocated four stores in the United States.
University of the Aftermarket Foundation Welcomes MAM Software as Lifetime Trustee
The designation is reserved for those donating $100,000 to $249,999 to support the foundation’s mission of providing scholarships and educational opportunities to the next generation of industry leaders.
AutoZone Now Offers Next-Day Home Delivery for Online Purchases
AutoZone parts and accessories are available for next-day delivery in 83 markets, covering roughly 80 percent of the U.S. population, according to the company
AutoZone Supply Chain SVP Rod Halsell to Retire
Halsell joined AutoZone in 1985 as a part-timer and has held several positions in store operations, including store manager and district manager.
Latin Auto Parts Expo Attracts 2,500 Attendees
Exhibitors displayed a wide range of auto parts, components and accessories, including maintenance parts, lubricants, chemicals, diagnostic tools, paint and autobody equipment.
O’Reilly Reports Record Revenue, Earnings for Second Quarter
Sales for the second quarter jumped 7 percent to $2.46 billion, up from $2.29 billion in second-quarter 2017. Comparable store sales increased nearly 5 percent.
Automotive Tariffs Could Spur More Vehicle Thefts
“If something increases the cost or affects supply and demand, then it’s likely that thieves will take advantage,” NICB spokesperson Roger Morris told CBSNews.com.
Common Hiring Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Bad hires can sabotage productivity, morale and profits.
AutoZone Quarterly Revenue Up Slightly Despite ‘Softer-Than-Expected Sales Environment’
A lower effective income tax rate – a byproduct of President Trump’s tax-reform measure – boosted AutoZone’s net income and diluted earnings per share, according to the company.