CarParts.com raises $8M to expand JC Whitney auto parts lineup with 30,000 new SKUs via A-Premium partnership

CarParts.com has secured $8 million through a private stock placement to fund inventory expansion for the JC Whitney brand, launching about 30,000 new mechanical auto parts SKUs in partnership with A-Premium. This collaboration builds on a prior $35.7 million investment and aims to leverage A-Premium's sourcing and fulfillment strengths to grow JC Whitney's product range significantly. The first 6,000 SKUs are expected to be available in early Q2 2026, with the full catalog rolling out throughout the year, supporting CarParts.com's profitability goals. This move enhances JC Whitney's presence in the high-value replacement parts market and strengthens CarParts.com's operational momentum.