Is Tire Pros right for you?
Low Entry Franchise Fee
$7,000 initial franchise fee for conversion of an existing retail tire store.
Established Network
605 franchised locations across 39 states as of year-end 2024.
Supplier Integration
Immediate access to major tire and parts suppliers plus national warranty programs.
About Tire Pros
Tire Pros is a retail automotive service franchise offering tire sales, wheels, batteries, lubricants and related products and services. The brand operates under distinctive red, white and black store designs and a standardized marketing system that requires specific product offerings and warranty programs. Franchisor Asphalt Tire Pros Francorp, LLC, an affiliate of American Tire Distributors, assumed the franchise system in February 2025 following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding of the predecessor entity that had operated since 1998.
Tire Pros Centers function as retail outlets focused on replacement tires and basic automotive maintenance. Franchisees convert existing tire stores or open new locations that must adhere to brand standards for product mix, vendor participation and warranty offerings. Operations emphasize supplier relationships with approved vendors including ATD, Continental and Hercules, with approximately 75 percent of purchases required from approved sources.
Asphalt Buyer II, LLC d/b/a American Tire Distributors (ATD) is a Delaware limited liability company formed on January 3, 2025 as a continuation of American Tire Distributors, Inc. through Chapter 11 bankruptcy; it is a major supplier of tires, wheels and related products to the replacement tire market with more than 100 distribution centers in the United States.
The business model
How a Tire Pros territory actually makes money at the unit level.
Franchise and Ongoing Fees
Franchise fee is $7,000. Monthly royalty is currently $695 for the first center (may increase to $1,000). National advertising fund contribution is currently $200 per month (capped at $500). Local marketing contribution is a minimum of $250 per month.
Initial Investment Range
Estimated initial investment for conversion of an existing tire center ranges from $111,475 to $251,225. This includes franchise fee, pre-opening purchases, equipment, signs, opening inventory, three months rent and three months of additional funds for working capital. Real estate purchase and major build-out costs are excluded.
Supply Chain and Rebates
Franchisees must purchase approximately 75 percent of inventory from approved suppliers. The franchisor and its affiliates receive supplier rebates ranging from 0.05 percent to 3.0 percent and do not pass them directly to franchisees. Required participation in designated supplier marketing programs.
No Exclusive Territory
Franchisees receive rights only to a specific approved location. The franchisor and affiliates may open competing outlets, sell through alternative channels including online and direct marketing, and operate company-owned locations without compensation to the franchisee.
Unit Economics Not Disclosed
No financial performance representations are made regarding sales, costs or earnings of franchised or company-owned outlets.
Quick facts
Initial franchise fee
$7,000
Total investment range
$111,475 to $251,225
Royalty
n/a
Marketing fund
n/a
Founded
2025
Headquarters
Huntersville, NC
Active US franchisees
84
Total US units
93
Training & support
What the franchisor + parent platform provide. And what they don't.
What's provided
- +New Dealer Onboarding and Program Training totaling 32 hours delivered on-site at the franchisee's center within the first 90 days of operation at no charge for the initial session.
- +Training modules cover supplier systems (ATD Online, Continental ContiLink, Synchrony, Sonsio), marketing strategy and budgeting, operations audit, advertising review, warranty programs and practical sales training.
- +Access to the operations manual, approved supplier lists, national advertising fund administration and review of proposed advertising materials.
- +Ongoing support includes information on required warranty programs and optional additional training (at franchisee expense).
Honest disclosure: what's NOT provided
The franchisor does not provide assistance with obtaining equipment, signs, fixtures, opening inventory or supplies before opening. No technical, operational or hands-on tire or service bay training is provided. All training beyond the initial onboarding is at the franchisee's expense including travel and materials.
Multi-unit growth path
Operator data shows 0 multi-unit owners among the 24 tracked operators, each operating an average of 1.0 unit. The the filed disclosures grants no exclusive territory and permits the franchisor to develop additional outlets in the same market. Development of multiple units would require separate franchise agreements and additional capital outlays within the disclosed investment range for each location.
Capital + financing paths
Most operators use one of these four paths to fund the initial investment.
SBA 7(a) Loans
Many franchisees finance equipment, inventory and working capital through SBA-backed loans. Lenders familiar with automotive retail may treat the $7,000 franchise fee and conversion costs favorably.
Equipment and Inventory Financing
Supplier financing programs from ATD, Continental and other approved vendors often provide floor-plan or term financing for tires, wheels and shop equipment.
Traditional Bank and Credit Union Loans
Existing tire store owners converting to the brand may leverage current business assets or real estate to secure conventional commercial loans.
No Franchisor Financing
Tire Pros does not offer direct financing, development incentives or guarantees.
Process timeline: inquiry → grand opening
Typical 12-16 week path from first call to launching your first customer route.
Discovery and Qualification
Review the filed disclosures, speak with franchisor representatives and validate fit with existing tire retail operations.
Franchise Agreement Execution
Sign franchise agreement and pay the $7,000 initial franchise fee.
Site and Conversion Planning
Finalize location approval (for conversions or new sites), order required signage and computer systems.
On-Site Onboarding
Receive 32 hours of New Dealer Onboarding training at your center covering all supplier platforms, marketing and operations within first 90 days.
Inventory and Vendor Setup
Complete purchases from approved suppliers, enroll in warranty and financing programs and prepare for opening.
Grand Opening and Launch
Open the center under Tire Pros branding and begin participation in national and local marketing programs.
Ongoing Operations
Monthly royalty, advertising contributions and continued access to franchisor support and supplier programs.
Match assessment
Are you a Tire Pros match?
12 questions. Math-first. No high-pressure sales call afterwards. Just your match assessment and the reasoning behind it.
Start nowCommon questions
How much does a Tire Pros franchise cost?
The initial franchise fee is $7,000. Estimated total initial investment for conversion of an existing tire center ranges from $111,475 to $251,225 according to the investment disclosure of the the filed disclosures. This includes three months of working capital and excludes real estate purchase or major build-out.
What are the ongoing royalty and advertising fees for Tire Pros?
Royalty is currently $695 per month for the first center and may increase to $1,000. National advertising fund contribution is currently $200 per month (up to $500). Local marketing contribution is a minimum of $250 per month plus an $85 monthly warranty fee.
Does Tire Pros provide financial performance representations?
No. The franchisor makes no representations about future or historical financial performance of franchised or company-owned outlets.
How many Tire Pros locations are there?
There were 605 franchised outlets at year-end 2024. The system experienced a net decrease of 39 locations in 2024 after modest net growth in the prior two years.
Does Tire Pros offer exclusive territories?
No. Franchisees receive rights only to a specific approved location. The franchisor and affiliates may open competing outlets or sell through alternative channels in the same market.
What training does Tire Pros provide?
The franchisor delivers 32 hours of on-site New Dealer Onboarding training at the franchisee's location within the first 90 days. Training covers supplier systems, marketing, warranty programs and operations. No technical tire or service bay training is provided.
Is prior tire industry experience required to own a Tire Pros franchise?
The the filed disclosures does not disclose specific experience requirements. Most conversions involve existing retail tire store operators.
Who supplies inventory to Tire Pros franchisees?
Franchisees must purchase approximately 75 percent of products from approved suppliers including American Tire Distributors, Continental and Hercules. The franchisor and affiliates earn rebates on these purchases.
How does Tire Pros compare to other tire franchises?
Tire Pros focuses on conversion of existing stores with a lower franchise fee than many competitors. It provides strong supplier integration but offers no exclusive territory and makes no financial performance claims.
Can I open multiple Tire Pros locations?
Yes, but each location requires a separate franchise agreement. Current operator data shows no multi-unit owners among the 24 tracked operators.
What happens if a Tire Pros franchise agreement ends?
Franchisees must de-identify the location within 90 days or pay a $695 per month failure-to-de-identify fee plus potential reimbursement of franchisor costs.
Does Tire Pros offer any financing?
The franchisor does not offer direct financing. Franchisees typically use SBA loans, supplier financing or traditional bank loans.
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