Modern Tire Dealer

Modern Tire Dealer is the leading destination for the latest news, research, and analysis of market trends. MTD offers valuable insights into the industry for its audience and serves as a platform for advertisers to reach their target markets through print, digital content, and various custom media solutions. It equips our readers and users with the inspiration, resources, and encouragement they need to thrive in the industry.

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Products, Programs Power Milestar’s Growth

3 weeks ago | moderntiredealer.com | Mike Manges

Tireco Inc.’s Milestar brand is on the risethanks to investments in its products, programs and dealer network, a point the company drove home via a recent ride-and-drive event in Moab, Utah. Overa day-and-a-half, Milestar distributors and dealers put two off-road light truck tires – the Milestar Patagonia X/T and the Milestar Patagonia M/T-02 – to the test by driving across 25 miles of extreme, unforgiving terrain.
Telle Tire Brings on Private Equity Partner

3 weeks ago | moderntiredealer.com | Mike Manges

Telle Tire & Auto Centers is in growth mode. The 43-store dealership, based in Webster Groves, Mo.,has added 15 locations this yearand is ready to “go regional” with the help of Next Horizon Capital, a private equity firm that’s acquired a stake in the company.
Editorial: Hiring at Warp Speed

3 weeks ago | moderntiredealer.com | Mike Manges

We’ve all heard the adage, “Hire slow, fire fast.” Mike Allen, owner of Carfix, a growing, three-store business in the Raleigh, N.C., area, is turning that piece of conventional wisdom on its head by hiring both technicians and service advisors as quickly as possible — in fact, the faster, the better. After hearing about Mike’s unorthodox philosophy, I wanted to learn more.
Three Tire Dealers Share Operational Best Practices

3 weeks ago | moderntiredealer.com | Madison Gehring |Joy Kopcha

Independent tire dealers are known for forging their own paths — and that includes how they run their businesses. MTD spoke with three tire dealers to uncover the operational strategies behind their success. It’s probably no surprise that valuing and investing in their people has paid off well for these tire dealers. And another found that a $10 tool made a big difference in processing customers at the front counter and selling brake service. Their findings just may help you, too.
Goodyear Pulls Cooper From ATD

3 weeks ago | moderntiredealer.com | Joy Kopcha

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. says American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) is no longer distributing its Cooper and Mastercraft branded tires. Goodyear confirmed to MTD that Asphalt Buyer II, the company that bought ATD in March, “is not a wholesale distributor for its (Cooper) Medallion and/or Century dealer programs or Mickey Thompson tires and wheels.”ATD so far has not responded to MTD’s request for comment.
Monro Reports Quarterly Loss of $21.2 Million

1 month ago | moderntiredealer.com | Joy Kopcha

Monro Inc. recorded a net loss of $21.2 million in its fiscal fourth quarter, ended March 29, which led to a full-year loss of more than $5 million. The loss during the quarter came on a 4.9% drop in overall sales for the quarter, which had six fewer selling days than the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024. Comparable store sales showed signs of improvement as the quarter progressed. When adjusted for days, comparable store sales increased 2.8% during the quarter.
Monro to Close Stores and Refocus Core Tire Brands

1 month ago | moderntiredealer.com | Joy Kopcha

On the heels of a fiscal fourth quarter that resulted in a loss of $21.2 million, Monro Inc.’s new President and CEO Peter Fitzsimmons has unveiled the initial steps of an improvement plan, which will include closing 145 unprofitable stores and scaling back its tire brand portfolio.
Tire Dealer Survival Guide: How to Grow Through Acquisition

1 month ago | moderntiredealer.com | Cole Strandberg

In today’s competitive tire and automotive service industry, scale isn’t just an advantage. It’s often a requirement for long-term survival. As margins tighten, competition increases and consumer expectations evolve, dealers who want to remain relevant and profitable must consider growth strategies that go beyond organic expansion.
Meet Bethel Park’s Car Count Champion

1 month ago | moderntiredealer.com | Mike Manges

Bethel Park, Pa.-based Bruce Brothers Tire Pros services around 80 cars a day through 15 service bays. The dealership also installs an average of 80 tires per day. What’s the secret to Bruce Brothers Tire Pros’ remarkable productivity? “Great service,” says Scott Bruce, the company’s owner and sole proprietor. “We’re known in our area as the place to go” for new tires and auto repair – a hard-earned reputation built on “how we treat our customers. We’re very personable. We do the job right.
Uncertainty Drives Tire Sellout Trends

1 month ago | moderntiredealer.com | John Healy

Our recent discussions with tire dealers suggest sellout trends were negative year-over-year in April. It’s the third straight month showing a decline. Sellout volumes were down 0.9% in April, better than the 3.6% decline in March. And while the declines continued, we note that April was up against a strong 5.1% comparison for April 2024. Looking at the regional level, we saw stronger results out of the Northeast and moderate strength in the Midwest, while the Southwest and Northwest saw declines.