AutoZone
Memphis, United States76000 employees AutoZone is the largest retailer of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories in the U.S. Founded in 1979 as Auto Shack, the company rebranded to AutoZone in 1987 and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. It operates approximately 7,140 stores across the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and the US Virgin Islands. The company offers a wide range of products, including starters, alternators, batteries, brakes, and tools, catering to DIY customers and commercial repair shops. AutoZone is known for its proprietary Duralast brand, which provides affordable, quality-controlled parts. The company emphasizes customer service with everyday low prices and features like an electronic catalog system for parts lookup and the Express Parts Service for hard-to-find items. AutoZone also supports its operations with mega hubs for distribution and data centers for IT and finance.