# LKQ Corporation

> LKQ Corporation distributes recycled original-equipment, new aftermarket and remanufactured vehicle parts, paint, accessories and repair services. Founded by Donald Flynn in 1998, it grew through acquisitions into a global supplier serving professional repair businesses, distributors and vehicle owners, with $13.651 billion in 2025 revenue from continuing operations.

- **Founded:** 1998
- **Headquarters:** Antioch, United States
- **Founders:** Donald Flynn (Founder)
- **Products:** Recycled original-equipment parts, New aftermarket collision parts, Remanufactured powertrain and batteries, LKQ Refinish, Elitek Vehicle Services
- **Notable:** Established in 1998 and went public on Nasdaq in 2003., Expanded into European distribution through Euro Car Parts in 2011., Generated US$13.651 billion in 2025 revenue from continuing operations.

## Products & services

- **Recycled original-equipment parts** — Recovered OEM collision and mechanical parts sold for vehicle repairs.
- **New aftermarket collision parts** — Replacement panels, lighting and related collision components; LKQ entered aftermarket distribution in 2004.
- **Remanufactured powertrain and batteries** — Engines, transmissions and other rebuilt components, including hybrid battery offerings.
- **LKQ Refinish** — Automotive paint, coatings, consumables and related bodyshop equipment.
- **Elitek Vehicle Services** — Remote and mobile diagnostics, programming, ADAS calibration and other technical repair services.
- **Specialty parts and accessories** — Aftermarket equipment and accessories for trucks, recreational vehicles and performance applications.
- **LKQ Academy** — Technical, workshop and business training; European online platform expansion announced September 2026.
- **ACtronics electronic component repair** — Repair and remanufacturing of vehicle control units, instrument clusters and other electronics, added through acquisition.

## Achievements

- Established in 1998 and went public on Nasdaq in 2003.
- Expanded into European distribution through Euro Car Parts in 2011.
- Generated US$13.651 billion in 2025 revenue from continuing operations.
- European Academy reported over 70,000 registered users and more than 2,000 courses across 13 markets in September 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — Announced third-quarter results would be released October 29, 2026; those results were not yet published as of the October 22 research date.
- **2026-09** — LKQ Academy announced an expanded online platform, starting in the UK and Ireland with Europe-wide rollout expected by 2027.
- **2026-07** — Second-quarter revenue was $3.4 billion, down 3.0%; Germany ERP disruption affected Europe. Strategic review remained active.
- **2026-04** — LKQ Europe acquired electronic repair and remanufacturing specialist ACtronics; announcement did not disclose a price.
- **2026-01** — Board launched a strategic review including a potential sale of the company, with no assurance of a transaction.

## Links

- Website: https://lkqcorp.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lkq-corporation
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/LKQCorp
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lkqcorp/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lkqcorp/

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Last updated: 2026-10-22