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O'Reilly Automotive Inc.
ORLY · XNCM · Auto Parts · United States
O'Reilly Automotive Inc. is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States, serving both professional service providers and do-it-yourself customers. The company operates an extensive network of stores across 48 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Canada, offering new and remanufactured hard parts such as alternators, batteries, brake components, belts, chassis parts, driveline parts, engine parts, fuel pumps, hoses, starters, temperature control systems, water pumps, antifreeze, filters, fluids, lighting products, oil, and wiper blades. It also provides maintenance items, appearance products, engine additives, auto body paint, related materials, automotive tools, professional service equipment, and accessories including floor mats, seat covers, and truck accessories. O'Reilly Automotive Inc. maintains a robust hub-and-spoke distribution network to ensure ample availability of aftermarket parts for various vehicle makes and models, supporting efficient inventory management and quality customer service throughout the diagnosis and purchasing process. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, it plays a key role in the automotive aftermarket sector by catering to diverse customer needs in vehicle repair and maintenance.
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Auto Parts
Consumer Cyclical sector · United States
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