AutoZone, Inc. is an American retailer of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, the largest in the United States. Founded in 1979, AutoZone has 7,014 stores across the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil and the US Virgin Islands. The company is based in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Why did AutoZone change their name?
A year later, the company would have 194 stores in 13 states. In 1986, the company changed its name to AutoZone after being sued by Radio Shack for trademark infringement. Auto Shack initially won, but Radio Shack’s appeal was successful.
How many AutoZone stores are there in South Africa?
AutoZone is the largest privately owned automotive parts retailer and wholesaler in Southern Africa. AutoZone has a span of 216 wholly-owned retail branches and 30 member-owned franchise branches.
Who is bigger Advance or AutoZone?
Advance Auto Parts’s brand is ranked #- in the list of Global Top 1000 Brands, as rated by customers of Advance Auto Parts. Their current market cap is $12.18B. AutoZone’s brand is ranked #408 in the list of Global Top 1000 Brands, as rated by customers of AutoZone. Their current market cap is $45.44B.
Who is the owner of AutoZone?
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| AutoZone headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee | |
|---|---|
| Key people | Pitt Hyde (Founder) William C. Rhodes III (Chairman, President, & CEO) Jamere Jackson (CFO) |
| Products | Automotive parts and accessories |
| Revenue | US$12.631 billion (2020) |
| Operating income | US$2.417 billion (2020) |