News By Topic: Parts Dealers

Advance Auto Parts Reports Third Quarter 2005

Nov 3, 2005

ROANOKE, Va.--Nov. 3, 2005--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries and maintenance items, today announced record revenue and earnings for its fiscal third quarter ended October 8, 2005. Earnings per diluted share for the third quarter were $0.55, a 22% incr ... Continue reading

Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. Acquires Stake in Strauss Discount Auto

Nov 1, 2005

- Includes Option to Purchase 100% of Company - - Provides Business Update: Monro's October Comparable Sales up 2% - ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 1 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. today announced that it has acquired a 13 percent stake in R & S Parts and Service, Inc., a privately owned automotive aftermarket parts and service c ... Continue reading

Shelby Automobiles and West Coast Customs Team Up to Create Line of Limited-Edition Mustangs

Nov 1, 2005

Legendary Performance of Automotive Icon Carroll Shelby Meets New School Design of 'Kingz of Customz' in Ultimate Modified '06 Pony Cars LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1 -- Only 25 special customers will have the opportunity to park one of the rarest Shelby Mustangs in their garage as Carroll Shelby International Inc's wholly owned ... Continue reading

Yahoo! Unveils Automotive Enthusiast Site at 2005 SEMA

Nov 1, 2005

LAS VEGAS--Nov. 1, 2005--Yahoo! today announced the beta launch of Yahoo! Autos Custom, a new site that provides a suite of online tools and services that enable enthusiasts to find, use, share and expand their automotive knowledge. Premiering today at the 2005 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, ... Continue reading

TBC Reports Record Third Quarter Sales and Earnings

Nov 1, 2005

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 31 -- TBC Corporation , one of the nation's leading marketers of automotive replacement tires, today reported sales and earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2005 that were in line with the Company's previous guidance. Net sales in the third quarter increased 9.5% to $521.6 m ... Continue reading

Midas Reports Third Quarter Income after Special Items Related to Exit from Exhaust Manufacturing and Distribution

Oct 27, 2005

ITASCA, Ill.--Oct. 27, 2005--Midas, Inc. reported net income of $1.5 million--or $0.09 per diluted share--for the third quarter ended Oct. 1, 2005, after special items related to the company's exit from exhaust manufacturing and distribution. During the third quarter, Midas recorded restructuring charges of $1.5 millio ... Continue reading

O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Reports Record 2005 Third Quarter Results

Oct 25, 2005

SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--Oct. 25, 2005--O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. ("O'Reilly" or "the Company") today announced record revenues and earnings for the third quarter of 2005, representing 48 quarters of record revenues and earnings for O'Reilly since becoming a public company in April 1993. Net income for the third quarter ended ... Continue reading

Filter Company Wins Second Consecutive 'Spirit of NAPA' Award

Oct 24, 2005

ATLANTA--Oct. 24, 2005--NAPA Filters is celebrating its back-to-back honor as the recipient of the prestigious "Spirit of NAPA" award. Throughout the past 31 years, NAPA AUTO PARTS has recognized a manufacturer that provided the most outstanding service to the organization during the prior year. While presenting the aw ... Continue reading

Influence of Insurance Companies Intensifies Competition for Collision Repair Jobs

Oct 24, 2005

PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 24 -- The overall outlook in the North American collision replacement parts aftermarket is positive given the increasing number of repairs taking place due to collision rather than wear and tear. Revenues in this market are increasing at a rate of 4 to 5 percent annually. This is almost double t ... Continue reading

Dave Redinger - The Neighbourhood Mechanic

Oct 23, 2005

Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years he has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be publishe ... Continue reading

'Right to Repair Act' Gains 10 More Supporters

Oct 20, 2005

61 Co-Sponsors Support H.R. 2048 BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 20 -- Congressional support for the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2048) has reached 61 co-sponsors, it was announced today by Kathleen Schmatz, President and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). The proposed legislation gai ... Continue reading

AAA Recommends Motorists Carefully Choose Auto Repair Facilities

Oct 18, 2005

BURNSVILLE, Minn., Oct. 18 -- In recognition of its annual October Car Care Month, AAA urges motorists to be aware of their automobiles' maintenance schedule and develop a trusting, long-term relationship with a reputable repair facility. "Auto repairs complaints usually involve the "Four Cs" - lack of communication, i ... Continue reading

Monro Muffler Brake Record Second Quarter 2005

Oct 18, 2005

~ Second Quarter Net Income Increases 16% ~ ~ Second Quarter Sales Increase 8% ~ ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 18 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced record financial results for the second quarter and six months ended September 24, 2005. Second quart ... Continue reading

Genuine Parts Record Sales and Earnings for Third Quarter 2005

Oct 18, 2005

ATLANTA--Oct. 18, 2005--Genuine Parts Company reported record sales and earnings for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2005. Tom Gallagher, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, announced today that sales totaling $2.6 billion were up 9% compared to the third quarter of 2004. Net income w ... Continue reading

Dave Redinger - The Neighbourhood Mechanic

Oct 12, 2005

Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years he has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be publishe ... Continue reading