Advance Auto Parts opens first store in Newberry
Press release from Advance Auto Parts
NEWBERRY, Fla. – Advance Auto Parts opened its first store in Newberry, expanding access to parts, tools, and expertise for local drivers and automotive professionals. The company marked the opening of its store at 24093 W. Newberry Rd. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday alongside local officials and representatives from Santa Fe College who accepted a donation from Advance Auto Parts for the school’s auto technology program.
The donation will help cover students’ parts and tools needs while they gain hands-on experience, training, and career opportunities as future automotive technicians and will help them enter the workforce with confidence. Skilled automotive technicians continue to be in high demand, with approximately 70,000 openings projected annually through 2034, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
“We’re proud to open our first Advance Auto Parts store in Newberry and become a trusted resource for drivers throughout the community,” said Mark Ortiz, Regional Vice President for Advance Auto Parts. “Our team is excited to provide customers with the quality parts, expert advice, and dependable service they need to keep their vehicles running strong. We’re also honored to partner with Santa Fe College and support students as they develop the skills and training needed to become the next generation of automotive technicians who will help keep the Newberry community on the road.”
“We’re grateful to Advance Auto Parts for investing in our students and recognizing the importance of hands-on automotive education,” said Chris Mortimer, Chair, Construction and Technical Programs of Santa Fe College. “Support like this helps prepare students for rewarding careers in a growing industry. We congratulate Advance on this new store opening and appreciate its commitment to supporting education and workforce development in our community.”
This marks the company’s first store in Newberry. The store offers a wide selection of parts and accessories, including batteries, brakes, filters, fluids, and tools, and is open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Customers also have access to free services, including battery testing and installation with purchase, wiper blade installation with purchase, check engine light scanning, loaner tools, and starter and alternator testing, as well as oil, fluid, and battery recycling at participating locations. Customers can enroll in Advance Rewards in-store or online to earn points that can be redeemed for savings on future purchases.