LKQ Corporation Appoints Salvatore A. Abbate as Chief Executive Officer
PUBLIC · LKQOct 23, 2026
Position
Chief Executive Officer
Company
LKQ
Salvatore A. Abbate
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Description
LKQ Corporation has appointed Salvatore A. 'Sal' Abbate as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 15, 2026. He succeeds Justin Jude, who is departing the company effective today.
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Company Information
Company
LKQ
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
About
LKQ is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ has operations in North America, Europe and Taiwan. LKQ offers its customers a broad range of OE recycled and aftermarket parts, replacement systems, components, equipment, and services to repair and accessorize automobiles, trucks, and recreational and performance vehicles.
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