In 1963, Dallas “Dick” Wallace started selling tire repair products from his VW Beetle to service stations in the Washington D.C. area. Originally the business was known as M-T-Y which stood for Manufacturer To You. This innovative and efficient distribution model offered the industry direct sourcing for preventive maintenance products including: commonly replaced auto parts, tire repair, wheel weights and shop supplies. During the 60’s a thriving network of local and regional distributors grew into the Mighty Distributing System.
In 1970, Mighty employed the franchising model, recruiting independent owners for growth and expansion.
In 1993, automotive-related service companies began adding Mighty franchises to their company portfolios. This complemented their existing operations with the expertise and efficiency of Mighty’s business model. In 2009, Mighty began to expand internationally.
How Far We’ve Come
Over the years, Mighty has been recognized as a top franchise by The Wall Street Journal, Franchise Business Review, and The Atlanta Business Chronicle, just to name a few. We are also consistently recognized by National Oil & Lube News magazine as one of the top brands in the industry.
Today, Mighty supports a nationwide network of franchises and company operations located in 44 states serving more than 15,000 automotive service facilities. Headquartered just outside of Atlanta in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, Mighty also supports operations in Canada, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Guatemala, and Puerto Rico. Our automotive franchises – consisting of individual business owners, tire dealers, quick service specialists, car dealerships, and automotive-related distributors – operate specialty wholesale distribution warehouses in exclusive, protected territories.
Trusted Since 1963
Mighty has been dedicated exclusively to the automotive professional for more than 58 years. And like a finely tuned machine, we will continue driving forward to serve the ever-changing automotive service industry.
Throughout our history, our stubborn insistence on top quality parts, obsessive dedication to service and simple belief in genuine relationships have fueled our success – and will continue to drive us in the future.
Our big wigs don’t have big egos. They do have decades of experience and plenty of enthusiasm for the automotive industry. Our service-oriented, relationship-driven philosophy starts at the top and runs throughout our company.
View our latest press releases and announcements as we continue to rev up the automotive service industry.
Mighty Auto Parts is proud to announce the widespread launch of the Mighty Brightline Car Appearance Program, a comprehensive solution set to transform how automotive professionals deliver car care, detailing, and protection services. Recently unveiled at the company’s National Sales Meeting in Scottsdale, this innovative program has already garnered enthusiastic support from industry experts, detailing […]
Read MorePeachtree Corners, GA – A significant trend is emerging in the automotive dealership industry, with a growing number of car dealerships nationwide adopting new supply chain strategies. One of the notable shifts includes the integration of Mighty Auto Parts franchises into their operations. The industry is witnessing a movement towards consolidating vendors and taking greater […]
Read MoreMighty Auto Parts, a leading company in the automotive aftermarket industry, is pleased to welcome two new team members to support its growth strategy. The company’s focus on providing outstanding service and cutting-edge solutions to its loyal customers is underscored by these strategic additions. Ethan Green has joined the Mighty Product Team as Product Manager, […]
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