WORLDPAC TO OPEN FIRST AUTOMATED DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN FOREST PARK, GEORGIA
WORLDPAC TO OPEN FIRST AUTOMATED DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN FOREST PARK, GEORGIA
AutoStore-Powered Facility to Deliver Faster, Smarter Parts Distribution Across the Southeast
FOREST PARK, Ga. (Nov. 04, 2026) — Worldpac today announced plans to open its first automated distribution center, a new 413,000-square-foot facility in Forest Park, Georgia. Scheduled to begin operations in the first half of 2027, the facility will feature AutoStore robotic storage and retrieval technology, expanding Worldpac’s distribution capacity and supporting future growth.
The facility will support Worldpac branches and customers across the Southeast and surrounding markets, while providing more than 250,000 additional square feet compared with the current Norcross distribution center.
The facility will utilize AutoStore, an advanced automated storage and retrieval system that uses robotics to store, retrieve, and process inventory within a highly efficient storage grid. Rather than team members traveling through warehouse aisles to locate parts, inventory is automatically delivered to workstations for picking, replenishment, and processing. The technology will enable more efficient inventory management and order processing while supporting consistent, reliable service as Worldpac continues to grow.
“We are excited to expand Worldpac’s distribution presence in the Atlanta metro market and strengthen our ability to serve customers throughout the Southeastern United States. The Forest Park facility represents a major step forward in our use of robotics and automation, helping us improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency,” said Rich Tannenbaum, Chief Operating Officer of Worldpac.
Facility Highlights
Location: 2160 Anvil Block Road, Suite 200, Forest Park, GA 30297
Key Facts:
- 28 miles from the current Norcross distribution center
- 8 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- 413,000 square feet of office and distribution space
- Expected to create more than 150 new jobs in Forest Park
- First customer shipments expected in spring 2027
About Worldpac
Worldpac is North America’s premier wholesale distributor of genuine original equipment parts, national aftermarket brands, and exclusive brands, serving professional repair shops across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Since 1995, Worldpac has been the preeminent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, formed from over 30 years of import service excellence. The company imports and distributes over 200,000 OE and quality aftermarket parts for 40-plus import and domestic car lines. Worldpac offers hundreds of courses in technical and business training both virtually and in person to educate the future of the industry. Powered by its industry-leading speedDIAL catalog, Worldpac delivers on the promise of “The Right Part at the Right Time,” ensuring precision, vehicle integrity, and professional-grade reliability for every bay. For more information, visit www.worldpac.com.
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