General News Articles

Latest Federal Budget initiatives could impact aftermarket

Canada’s 2026 federal budget includes several measures that could affect the automotive aftermarket, with a particular focus on skilled trades, apprenticeship support, workforce development, and competition policy. Tabled by Finance Minister François-Philippe...

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O’Reilly comp store growth tops 7% on record Q3 results

O’Reilly Automotive, Inc., a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, announced record revenue and earnings for its third quarter ended September 30, 2026. Brad Beckham, O’Reilly’s CEO, commented, “I would like to thank our Team Members for their...

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Worldpac to Open First Automated Distribution Center in 2027

Worldpac has announced plans to open its first automated distribution center, a 413,000-square-foot facility scheduled to begin operations in the first half of 2027. The new center will feature AutoStore robotic storage and retrieval technology, marking a significant...

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Women in Auto Care Celebrates 2026 Award Recipients at AAPEX

Women in Auto Care, a community of the Auto Care Association, recognized outstanding women and industry allies during its 2026 Women in Auto Care Awards ceremony on November 4 at AAPEX in Las Vegas. The annual awards celebrate individuals and organizations making...

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Pro channel sales lead Advance Auto Parts Q3 results

North American aftermarket parts provider Advance Auto Parts, Inc. announced its financial results for the third quarter ended October 10, 2026, with professional sales leading results. As of October 10, 2026, Advance operated 4,325 stores primarily within the United...

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