Pep Boys Names Scott P. Sider Chief Executive Officer

The Pep Boys, the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, announced the appointment of Scott P. Sider as its new Chief Executive Officer. Sider was also appointed to the Board of Directors.

Sider, 54, most recently served as Hertz Corporation’s Group President, Rent A Car Americas, their largest division, a multi-billion dollar business with over 3,200 locations and 16,000 employees. Sider joined Hertz in 1983 and over the course of his tenure assumed many leadership positions of increasing responsibility including Area Manager Manhattan, Divisional Vice President Western Region and President, Off Airport Operations.

John Sweetwood, who is currently serving as Interim Chief Executive Officer, will resume his position as an independent Board member.

Since 1921, Pep Boys has been the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket chain. With over 7,500 service bays in over 800 locations in 35 states and Puerto Rico, Pep Boys offers name-brand tires; automotive maintenance and repair; parts and expert advice for the Do-It-Yourselfer; commercial auto parts delivery; and fleet maintenance and repair.

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