LKQ
- LKQ Corporation
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Overview
Company Summary
LKQ Corporation (LKQ) is a company that operates in the automotive industry. It is one of the largest providers of alternative and specialty parts for automobiles and light trucks. The company primarily focuses on the distribution of aftermarket parts, including collision and mechanical parts, as well as recycled and remanufactured components.
LKQ Corporation operates in three main segments: Wholesale - North America, Wholesale - Europe, and Specialty. The Wholesale - North America segment distributes a wide range of aftermarket and recycled automotive parts to repair shops, insurance companies, and do-it-yourself customers. This segment also offers paint and other automotive coatings, as well as vehicle accessories.
The Wholesale - Europe segment is involved in the distribution of aftermarket parts, specialty components, and systems mainly to collision and mechanical repair shops, and wholesale customers. This segment serves customers across various European countries.
The Specialty segment primarily provides automotive products and components to restore, accessorize, and upgrade vehicles, such as truck accessories, performance parts, and recreational vehicle and marine parts and accessories. This segment serves retail customers through a network of stores and various online platforms.
LKQ Corporation plays a crucial role in the automotive repair and maintenance industry by providing customers with a wide range of options to enhance and restore vehicles. By offering both new aftermarket parts and recycled components, the company contributes to environmental sustainability by promoting the reuse of automotive parts. Additionally, LKQ's extensive distribution network and efficient supply chain management ensure timely delivery of parts to its customers.