Arnold Motor Supply has purchased the Carquest store in McCook, Nebraska, continuing its growth in the southwest Nebraska market.
The company entered McCook last year with the acquisition of Kohl Auto Parts. Adding the Carquest location allows Arnold Motor Supply to bring the two operations together, expanding inventory, increasing delivery coverage, and strengthening support for local repair shops, agricultural customers, fleets, and DIY customers throughout the region.
Jay Alberts, who purchased the Carquest store in 2007, has operated the business for nearly 20 years. As he prepares for retirement, Arnold Motor Supply extends its appreciation for the relationships he has built and his long standing commitment to the McCook community and the automotive industry.
Customers will still see the same familiar faces behind the counter. The Carquest team will join the Arnold Motor Supply team and continue helping customers just as they always have.
“We have gotten to know Jay and his team over the past several months, and they have built something strong here,” said Eric Johnson, President and Managing Partner of Arnold Motor Supply. “This is about building on that foundation. By combining our operations, we can put more parts on the shelf, improve availability, and respond even faster to our customers’ needs. McCook is an important market for us, and we are committed to it.”
The official opening under Arnold Motor Supply is scheduled for March 2, 2026.
