Overview

The 11,000 tire dealers in the US sell tires and related services. Companies also sell retreaded or used tires, automotive supplies, and accessories. Tire-related services include mounting, balancing, alignment, tire pressure monitoring, rim reconditioning, wheel refurbishing, and scrap tire disposal. Companies may also perform general automotive maintenance and repair, such as oil changes and brake jobs, or offer roadside assistance services. Some companies also handle tire replacement and related services for corporate fleets.

Competition From Alternative Sources

Tire dealers compete with a variety of alternative sources, including service departments of automobile dealers, auto supply chains and repair shops, manufacturer-owned retail stores, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, and Internet dealers.

Complex Inventory Management

To maximize product availability, tire dealers must maintain adequate inventory across numerous brands, sizes, and price points.