Advance Auto Parts recently opened its newest Berks County store — its first in Wyomissing. The company marked the Oct. 1 opening of the store at 2210 State Hill Road with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Part of the event included the presentation of a $1,000 donation to Berks Career and Technology Center. The donation will help students gain hands-on experience, training and career opportunities through the school’s automotive technology programs.
“Opening our first store in Wyomissing is an exciting opportunity for Advance Auto Parts. We’re looking forward to serving customers and building relationships throughout the community,” Eli Rosa, regional vice president, Advance Auto Parts, said in a statement. “Helping support Berks Career and Technology Center’s work is one way we can celebrate this opening while recognizing the important role local schools play in preparing students for the future.”
Skilled automotive technicians continue to be in high demand with approximately 70,000 openings projected annually through 2034, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Advance said in a press release.
Advance Auto Parts’ new store in Wyomissing, Berks County, held a grand opening on Oct. 1. As part of that event, Advance presented a $1,000 to Berks Career and Technology Center to support the school’s automotive technology programs.(Courtesy Advance Auto Parts)
“The support of the community along with our business and industry partners play an important role in helping our students explore career opportunities and gain real-world experience,” Michael Stauffer, executive director of Berks Career and Technology Center, said in a statement, adding that he is thankful for Advance Auto Parts’ partnership and support of the center.
“This donation will help support the hands-on training that gives students a better understanding of the careers available to them after graduation,” he said.
The store, which moved into the former Rite Aid location, offers a wide selection of parts and accessories, including batteries, brakes, filters, fluids and tools. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Customers can also access free services, including battery testing and installation with purchase, wiper blade installation with purchase, check engine light scanning, loaner tools, and starter and alternator testing, as well as oil, fluid and battery recycling at participating locations.
Advance Auto Parts Inc. is an automotive aftermarket parts provider serving professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of July 18, Advance operated 4,311 stores primarily within the U.S., with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company operates 241 locations in Pennsylvania, including stores in Berks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties.