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| May 20, 2013 The CarMax Foundation Awards $510,000 In Grants To Richmond-Area Organizations |
| New Training Program Incorporates Volunteerism with Grants
RICHMOND, Va. (May 20, 2013) - The CarMax Foundation granted $510,000 to Richmond-area charities in 2013. This is an important milestone as it is the first time The Foundation surpassed $500,000 in Richmond-area grants in one year. In addition, CarMax, Inc.’s (NYSE: KMX) Richmond community involvement integrates community giving into an innovative leadership training program.
As part of The Foundation’s focus on education, youth leader... |
| May 16, 2013 CarMax Grand Opens First Store in Savannah, Georgia |
| Company Celebrates with “Road Rally” for Charity Event
RICHMOND, Va. (May 16, 2013) - CarMax, Inc., (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, officially opened its first store in Savannah, Georgia. The store, located at 8989 Abercorn St., is more than 20,000 square-feet and stocks about 250 used vehicles of nearly every make and model.
“Georgia has proven to be a great home to CarMax, and we are excited about our newest store,” said Tom Folliard, president and CEO of CarMax. “... |
| May 13, 2013 CarMax Bringing New Jobs To Jackson, Tennessee |
| Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications
RICHMOND, Va. (May 13, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring for the company’s new store in Jackson, Tenn. It is CarMax’s first store in Jackson and its seventh store in Tennessee.
The new Jackson store, which is more than 7,000 square-feet, is scheduled to open in September, at 1477 Vann Drive. Applications are now being accepted for approximately 15 new posi... |
| May 07, 2013 Fight Back against Allergy Season with Easy Car Maintenance Tips |
| CarMax Recommends Five Ways to Battle Allergens Inside and Out
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 7, 2013--
Allergy season is in full swing and CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the
nation’s largest retailer of used vehicles, is helping drivers battle
sneezing, sniffling and itchy eyes by giving them ways to reduce pollen
and allergens inside and outside your vehicle.
“Layers of thick yellow pollen can affect the outside of your car but
driv... |
| May 06, 2013 CarMax Dedicates First Store to Founder |
| Company Announces Scholarship to Honor Rick Sharp
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 6, 2013--
Nearly 20 years after CarMax, Inc., (NYSE: KMX), opened its doors at the
first store in Richmond, Va., the company honored its founder and
retired board chairman, Rick Sharp, today in a store dedication
ceremony. The company also announced the establishment of a $250,000
endowment to the Community Foundation to fund the CarMax-Rick Sharp
Entreprene... |
| May 03, 2013 CarMax Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant To Second Harvest Food Bank |
| Los Angeles CarMax Associates Continue Volunteer Efforts
RICHMOND, Va. (April 15, 2013) – Associates from CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, teamed up with The CarMax Foundation to form a lasting relationship with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Calif. The organization received a $25,000 grant on behalf of the company’s Regional Giving Program after Los Angeles Region associates nominated the charity.
The team furthered the efforts of The Foun... |
| May 03, 2013 The CarMax Foundation Announces $60,000 In Atlanta Area Grants |
| RICHMOND, Va. (May 1, 2013) - Associates at CarMax Auto Finance (CAF), the financing operation of CarMax, Inc. . (NYSE: KMX), nominated Atlanta area nonprofits to receive grants as part of The CarMax Foundation's Regional Giving Program. The CarMax Foundation has donated a total of $60,000 to ten nominated organizations.
CAF held a celebratory luncheon for Georgia nonprofits that received a grant at CarMax Auto Finance today. The program included a welcome address by CAF President Angie... |
| April 29, 2013 CarMax Brings 45 New Jobs To Katy, Texas |
| Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications
RICHMOND, Va. (April 29, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring approximately 45 positions for the company’s new store in Katy, Texas. It is CarMax’s fifth store in the Houston area.
The new Katy Freeway store, which is more than 13,000-square-feet, is scheduled to open on June 22, at 21636 Katy Freeway. Applications are now being accepted for the new positions o... |
| April 18, 2013 CarMax Grand Opens Store In Columbus, Georgia |
| Designed for Unique Customer Experience
RICHMOND, Va. (April 18, 2013) – CarMax Inc., (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, officially opened its first store in Columbus, Ga., today, located at 6463 Veterans Parkway. The store is more than 13,000-square-feet, employs about 45 associates and stocks more than 250 used vehicles of nearly every make and model.
“We continue to look for ways to engage our customers and create a unique buying experience,” said Tom Folliard, ... |
| April 10, 2013 CarMax Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Results |
| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 10, 2013--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today reported record results for the fourth
quarter and fiscal year ended February 28, 2013.
Net sales and operating revenues increased 14% to $2.83 billion in the
fourth quarter. For the fiscal year, net sales and operating revenues
increased 10% to $10.96 billion.
Used unit sales in comparable stores increased 6% in the fourth
quart... |
| March 25, 2013 CarMax Brings 45 New Jobs To Savannah, Georgia |
| Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications
RICHMOND, Va. (March 25, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring approximately 45 positions for the company’s new store in Savannah, Ga. The new 21,269-square-foot store is scheduled to open on May 18, 2013, at 8989 Abercorn St., and is CarMax’s eighth store in Georgia. Applications are now being accepted for the new positions on the retailer’s website at www.carmax... |
| March 14, 2013 CarMax Announces Webcast Information for Upcoming Events |
| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 14, 2013--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today the webcast and/or conference
call access information for upcoming events.
April 10, 2013 – Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year
2013 Earnings Conference Call.
On April 10, CarMax will release sales and earnings for the fourth
quarter and fiscal year ended February 28, 2013, and will host a
conference call for investors at 9:00 a.m. ET. Investors ... |
| March 14, 2013 CarMax Grand Opens Store In Harrisonburg, Virginia |
| Company Celebrates with “Road Rally for Charity” Event
RICHMOND, Va. (March 14, 2013) - CarMax, Inc., (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, officially opened its ninth store today in Virginia with its Harrisonburg location. The store, located at 2587 South Main St., is more than 7,000 square-feet and stocks about 150 used vehicles of nearly every make and model.
“CarMax is constantly looking for ways to improve the customer shopping experience,” said Tom Folliard, president... |
| March 11, 2013 CarMax Brings 45 New Jobs To Columbus, Georgia |
| Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications
RICHMOND, Va. (March 11, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring approximately 45 positions for the company’s new store in Columbus, Ga. The new 13,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open on April 20, 2013, at 6463 Veterans Parkway and is CarMax’s seventh store in Georgia. Applications are now being accepted for the new positions on the retailer’s website at www.... |
| February 21, 2013 CarMax Grand Opens Second Jacksonville, Florida Store |
| Company Celebrates with “Road Rally for Charity” Event
RICHMOND, Va. (February 21, 2013) - CarMax, Inc., (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, officially opened its second auto superstore in Jacksonville, Fla. today. The store, located at 7438 Blanding Blvd, is more than 13,000 square-feet, employs more than 50 associates and stocks about 250 used vehicles of nearly every make and model.
“Jacksonville has been a great home to CarMax over the last eight ... |
| February 19, 2013 CarMax Named Training Magazine’s Top 125 |
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Company Makes List For Sixth Consecutive Year
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2013--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, has been named to Training magazine’s Training Top 125
for the sixth straight year. CarMax ranks No. 55 for 2013.
Training magazine, the leading business publication for learning
and development professionals, annually selects 125 organizations that
excel at employee... |
| February 01, 2013 CarMax Board Authorizes Additional $500 Million Share Repurchase |
| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 1, 2013--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) today announced that its Board of Directors has
approved a $500 million extension of its existing share repurchase
program for the company's outstanding common stock. This extension is in
addition to the previously announced $300 million repurchase
authorization approved by the Board on October 17, 2012. This $500
million authorization expires on December 31, 2014.
... |
| January 16, 2013 CarMax Named One of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE Magazine for the Ninth Consecutive Year |
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Company Hiring to Fill More Than 900 Positions As Store Growth
Continues
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 16, 2013--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, has been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 2013 “100
Best Companies to Work For.” This is the ninth consecutive year CarMax
has been named to the list. CarMax ranks No. 74 for 2013.
The growing company is hiring for more than 900 posi... |
| January 16, 2013 Eastern North Carolina CarMax Stores Win Torch Award For Marketplace Ethics |
| RICHMOND, Va. (January 2, 2013) — CarMax Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest used-car retailer, was selected by the Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina as the 2012 Torch Award recipient for large businesses. The local stores will be recognized at the annual awards luncheon Wednesday, Jan. 16.
“I’m proud we are considered one of the most ethical businesses in the Eastern North Carolina community,” says Kevin Cox, Atlanta regional vice president and general manager. “Our associat... |
| January 02, 2013 CarMax Hiring 45 New Positions at Bakersfield Store |
| Retailer Accepting Applications for Store Expansion
RICHMOND, Va. (Jan. 2, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used vehicles, is currently hiring approximately 45 new service operations positions for its Bakersfield, Calif. store located at 6801 Colony St. The store is expanding production space to accommodate more vehicle reconditioning capabilities for the locations in the Los Angeles area.
CarMax has been a FORTUNE magazine “100 Best Company to Work For” eight y... |
| January 02, 2013 CarMax Brings 55 New Jobs to Jacksonville |
| Retailer Accepting Applications for Second Jacksonville Location
RICHMOND, Va. (Jan. 2, 2013)—CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used vehicles, is currently hiring for approximately 55 positions for the company’s second store in Jacksonville, Fla. The new 13,600-square-foot store opens on February 23, 2013, at 7438 Blanding Blvd. Applications are now being accepted for the new positions on the retailer’s website at http://www.carmax.com/careers.
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