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Opened in 1979 as Auto Shack by J.R. "Pitt" Hyde III, AutoZone was created with the belief that we can offer ordinary customers clean, well-organized auto parts stores and excellent customer service.
Is AutoZone expanding? ›
As of March, AutoZone was halfway toward its goal of opening more than 200 mega hubs to improve inventory placement and expand parts availability. The retailer opened 20 mega hubs in 2023 but expects to roll out fewer this year, with plans to accelerate again in FY25. As of March, AutoZone operated 101 mega hubs.
How to do a return at AutoZone? ›
You can return your order to any local AutoZone store, simply take the product, in its original packaging and/or box, to the store of your choice along with your receipt. How can I track my order? During checkout, opt-in to receive text messages. All Same Day Delivery orders will receive an order confirmation email.
Who did AutoZone buy out? ›
In 1998, AutoZone acquired ADAP Inc, who had stores under the ADAP Discount Auto Parts and Auto Palace nameplates respectively, both being auto parts chains in the northeastern United States with 112 stores, TruckPro L.P., a chain with 43 stores in 14 states, and the 560-store Chief Auto Parts Inc., a chain with a ...
Why is AutoZone always next to O'Reilly's? ›
Many businesses do this. Most cities , for instance, have an “Auto Mile” where all the car dealers line up in one area. Same with fast food. The theory is the multiple choices available attract more customers looking for a particular product to the area, and then at least one of them gets the business.
Who did O'Reilly Auto Parts buy out? ›
The two companies have signed a definitive merger agreement under which O'Reilly will acquire all of the outstanding shares of CSK common stock pursuant to an exchange offer, in a transaction valued at approximately $1.0 billion, including approximately $500 million of debt.
Will AutoZone take back parts without a receipt? ›
If you are returning an item(s) and you no longer have the receipt(s), contact AutoZone Customer Support at 800.288. 6966 to request the transaction information for your order. The customer service representative will also explain the process for returning your item(s) to the nearest AutoZone store.
Can AutoZone look up past purchases? ›
Quickly access complete order history, invoices, statements and payments 24 hours a day from the MyZone screen using AutoZone's account management tool.
Will AutoZone take back a battery? ›
To return batteries to AutoZoneThen fill out the Return Form (Section B on your shipping invoice) and include it with the product in its original packaging and/ or box. Whether you have to recycle batteries, oil, or just need to find a great deal on a new car battery, stop by your local AutoZone for more information.
Is AutoZone in debt? ›
AutoZone long term debt for 2022 was $6.122B, a 16.17% increase from 2021. AutoZone long term debt for 2021 was $5.27B, a 4.42% decline from 2020.
AutoZone 3rd Quarter Total Company Same Store Sales Increase 0.9%; Domestic Same Store Sales were flat; EPS Increases to $36.69. * Excludes impacts from fluctuations of foreign exchange rates. For the quarter, gross profit, as a percentage of sales, was 53.5%, an increase of 102 basis points versus the prior year.
Who is bigger Advance or AutoZone? ›
AutoZone has 5,384 North American company-owned stores, including 402 company-owned stores in Mexico. Advance Auto Parts, which does not have any company owned stores in Mexico, has 5,261 in North America.
Why did Auto Shack change its name to AutoZone? ›
Back in the 80's Auto Zone was called Auto Shack. Radio shack sued them and won with monetary damages. You have to remember Auto Zone was called Auto Shack. In 1970s the name of the company was changed to AutoZone to settle a lawsuit brought by Tandy Corporation for infringing on Tandy's "Radio Shack" trademark.
What was Advance Auto Parts name before? ›
Arthur Taubman formed Advance Auto Parts in 1932 with the purchase of three small supply stores in Virginia. At its founding, the company was known as Advance Stores. The stores sold automotive parts and a variety of home goods, such as kitchen appliances, televisions and roofing materials.
Why did Radio Shack sue AutoZone? ›
Radio Shack contends that extensive third-party use of ZONE-related marks saps the strength of the AUTOZONE mark. Radio Shack presented evidence that 745 trademarks registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) use the term ZONE in various combinations.
What is equivalent to AutoZone? ›
AutoZone competitors include Delphi Technologies, Transamerican Auto Parts, O'Reilly Auto Parts, LKQ Corporation and Pep Boys.