O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. was founded on December 2, 1957, by Charles F. O'Reilly and Charles H. O'Reilly in Springfield, Missouri. The company’s core mission is to provide high-quality automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories to both professional service providers and do-it-yourself customers. With a market focus on the United States and Mexico, O'Reilly Automotive operates over 6,157 locations as of 2023, offering products such as auto parts and high-mileage motor oils.
Key people affiliated with O'Reilly Automotive include CEO Brad Beckham. The company is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ORLY and is a component of both the Nasdaq-100 and S&P 500 indices. In 2023, O'Reilly Automotive reported a revenue of $15.81 billion and an operating income of $3.186 billion. The company has made a significant impact in the automotive retail industry by consistently expanding its store footprint and providing valuable services and rewards programs to its customers.
