CarParts.com (NASDAQ:PRTS) operates as a leading online retailer of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories in the United States. Through its flagship website CarParts.com and affiliated e-commerce platforms, the company offers replacement components, performance upgrades, maintenance items and collision repair parts for a wide range of domestic and import vehicles. Its product catalog includes engine parts, exterior and interior accessories, lighting, braking systems and powertrain components, supported by an extensive inventory and proprietary order management system.
Founded in 1995 by George Chamoun and headquartered in Torrance, California, CarParts.com has grown from a regional auto parts supplier into a national e-commerce platform. In October 2020, the company completed an initial public offering on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol PRTS. Since its founding, CarParts.com has invested in scalable logistics, expanding its distribution network across multiple U.S. regions to facilitate fast, reliable shipping and to support both DIY customers and professional installers.
CarParts.com’s service model combines drop-ship capabilities with centralized warehousing, enabling customers to track orders in real time and access technical support for parts fitment and installation. The company leverages digital marketing, search engine optimization and proprietary data analytics to drive customer acquisition and retention, offering resources such as vehicle-specific parts look-up tools and educational content on automotive maintenance and repair.
Under the leadership of CEO David Meniane, CarParts.com continues to enhance its platform through technology upgrades and by expanding its aftermarket product offerings. Serving customers throughout the contiguous United States, the company focuses on improving delivery speed, broadening its supplier relationships and strengthening its position in the growing online automotive parts market.
