AutoZone Opens 3,000th U.S. Location.(Brief Article)

AutoZone said it has opened its 3,000th U.S. store. Located in Cicero, Ill., the new store marks the Memphis-based auto parts retailer's entry into an elite group of U.S. retailers which have reached the 3,000-store barrier.

"For our nearly 22 years of business, we've been a growth company," said Steve Odland, chairman and CEO. "In that time, we've grown from one store in Forrest City, Arkansas, to 3,000 stores in 42 states and the District of Columbia. In fact, in just the last four years, we've doubled our number of AutoZone locations."

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