Supercheap Auto is an Australian automotive parts and accessories retailer. It was founded in 1972, operating as a mail-order business and opened its first store in Brisbane in 1974.
It now has 341 stores across Australia and New Zealand.
History
Supercheap Auto was founded by Reg and Hazel Rowe in 1972 as a mail-order business. The couple sold imported battery chargers and other automotive accessories from their home. In 1974, they opened their first store in Fortitude Valley.[1]
Operations
The company opened its 250th store in Timaru, New Zealand and the 300th in Holden Hill, South Australia.