Massachusetts based online auto parts retailer 1A Auto announced a new state-of-the-art research and development facility in the company's hometown of Pepperell, MA. The facility will open this spring and create more than 20 new jobs.

"We're proud to be back in Pepperell where it all began," said CEO Rick Green. "This R&D facility will supercharge our mission to empower our customers to perform their own auto repairs."

1A Auto was founded in Pepperell in 1999 and is now one of the largest online auto parts retailers.