What is kragen auto part?

Kragen Auto Parts was a retail chain of automotive parts and accessories stores operating in the Western United States. It was founded in 1947 by Joseph Kragen in San Jose, California, and became one of the leading retailers of automotive parts and accessories in the region.

The chain grew to have over 750 stores in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas before being acquired by O'Reilly Automotive in 2008. The Kragen brand was eventually consolidated into O'Reilly's existing stores, and the company now operates over 5,600 stores in the United States, offering a full range of automotive parts and accessories to both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts.