MILWAUKEE, Wis. — In a new supply agreement announced this week, Johnson Controls, will provide automotive batteries to O’Reilly Auto Parts, servicing more than 1,000 Checker Auto Parts, Kragen Auto Parts, and Schuck’s Auto Supply stores across the country.

“Johnson Controls and O’Reilly share the same deep-rooted commitment to quality that is more important than ever before,” said Brian Kesseler, vice president and general manager Americas for the Power Solutions business of Johnson Controls. “We are delighted to be working with O’Reilly to provide their customers with the best batteries for their needs.”

This supply agreement includes Johnson Controls’ Optima high performance automotive batteries, which are being shipped to the stores this month. Johnson Controls will also supply O’Reilly’s full line of automotive Super Start batteries beginning in February.