JEGS Performance is an American retailer and distributor of automotive performance parts and accessories.
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.jpg) JEGS Performance headquarters in Delaware, Ohio, photographed in 2025 | |
| Industry | Automotive |
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| Founded | 1960 |
| Founder | Jeg Coughlin Sr. |
| Headquarters | , USA |
| Parent | Greenbriar Equity Group |
| Website | www |
History
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The company was founded in 1960 by Jeg Coughlin Sr. in Columbus, Ohio.[1] The company began as a small operation supplying high-performance automotive parts to local customers. As demand for aftermarket performance parts increased, the business expanded beyond its original location into a larger retail and mail-order operation, and became involved in motorsports and sponsorship in NHRA events. In February 2022, JEGS was acquired by Greenbriar Equity Group, for a reported $421 million.[2][3][4]
Racing
editTeam JEGS is the motorsports division of JEGS Performance, primarily involved in drag racing and competition within the NHRA.
The team has achieved NHRA championships and event victories across national and divisional competition.[5] Jeg Coughlin Jr. and Troy Coughlin Jr., have competed in NHRA-sanctioned events as part of Team JEGS.[6][7]
Charitable contributions
editThe JEGS Foundation Racing for Cancer Research program raises money for, and contributes to, cancer research programs, including those at James Cancer Hospital and the Richard J. Solove Research Institute at Ohio State University.[8]
References
edit- ↑ "The Jegs Story". JEGS. Retrieved 6 April 2026.
- ↑ "JEGS Acquired By Private Equity Firm". Performance Car News. 24 February 2022. Retrieved 6 April 2026.
- ↑ Wolf, Andrew (2022-02-27). "Private Equity Firm Acquires JEGS Automotive". Dragzine. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
- ↑ Scott, Victoria (2022-02-28). "Jegs, the Famous Auto Parts Catalog Company, Sold to Private Equity Firm". The Drive. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
- ↑ "Team JEGS". NHRA. Retrieved 6 April 2026.
- ↑ "JEGS Returns With Jeg Jr., Troy Jr. Behind The Wheel for 2026 NHRA Season With Elite Motorsports". Drag Illustrated. 2025-10-08. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
- ↑ Williams, Deb (2025-10-09). "Jegs Returns to Its Racing Roots with Two-Car Pro Stock Effort in 2026". Autoweek. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
- ↑ "JEGS Foundation Racing for Cancer Research". JEGS. Retrieved 6 April 2026.