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LKQ Corporation Appoints Salvatore A. Abbate as CEO

PUBLIC · LKQOct 23, 2026

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

LKQ

Justin L. Jude
ChicagoManufacturingAutomotive

Description

LKQ Corporation has appointed Salvatore A. Abbate as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 15, 2026. This decision follows the resignation of Justin L

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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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