AutoZone, Inc., founded on July 4, 1979, by Pitt Hyde, is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, the company serves the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. AutoZone offers a wide range of products for cars, SUVs, vans, and light trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products. Services include free parts testing, a Loan-A-Tool program, and the Fix Finder Solution for check engine lights.
With over 7,140 locations as of 2023, AutoZone has made significant strides in the automotive retail industry. It is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker AZO and is a component of the S&P 500. The company has expanded its market presence since its founding in Forrest City, Arkansas, and continues to innovate with programs like AutoZone Rewards and same-day delivery options. Key figures include Phil Daniele as Chairman, President, and CEO, and Jamere Jackson as CFO.
