The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack (NYSE: "PBY”), the nation's leading
automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, today announced that it
has acquired seven stores previously operated by My Mechanic, a trusted
full-service automotive repair chain in the Houston area since 1989.
All seven locations will offer Pep Boys’ full range of quality
automotive maintenance and repair services and brand name tires.
"Our third acquisition this year furthers our stated strategy to grow
through Service & Tire Centers,” said President & CEO Mike Odell. "We
are very excited to add seven locations that will leverage the existing
inventory, distribution and advertising employed by our eight
Supercenters and one Service & Tire Center currently operating in
Houston.”
Year to date, Pep Boys has added 102 Service & Tire Centers expanding
its total count to 155, which compliment its 560 Supercenters nationwide.
Since 1921, Pep Boys has been the nation’s leading automotive
aftermarket chain. With more than 7,000 service bays in more than 700
locations in 35 states and Puerto Rico, Pep Boys offers name-brand
tires; automotive maintenance and repair; parts and expert advice for
the Do-It-Yourselfer; commercial auto parts delivery; and fleet
maintenance and repair. Customers can find the nearest location by
calling 1-800-PEP-BOYS (1-800-737-2697) or by visiting www.pepboys.com.
