40 and counting: Dobbs Tire opens Illinois store

May 2, 2013

Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers Inc. has opened its 40th retail store in Collinsville, Ill. The new location represents the company’s seventh retail store serving southern Illinois.

The new store is located 10 miles east of downtown Saint Louis, at 1180 Collinsville Crossing Blvd., just off Illinois Interstate 157, in the commercial complex known as Collinsville Crossing.

The store encompasses 8,500 square feet and features 10 full-service automotive bays, an expansive showroom, and a large customer waiting room.

“As we further expand our market reach into southern Illinois, we are building upon our 37-year heritage of providing individuals and families with the best in tires, routine and preventive maintenance, complete automotive repairs, customer service excellence — and, above all, the best value for your dollar,” says David Dobbs, president and CEO

Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers says it remains the largest local, family-owned and operated tire and automotive chain in Saint Louis and its surrounding areas. It employs more than 600 local associates and maintains its general offices, wholesale, and distribution centers in High Ridge, Mo.

Dobbs provides complete tire service, featuring major brands including Goodyear, Cooper, Dunlop, Michelin, Continental, Pirelli, B.F. Goodrich, Sumitomo, and Cordovan.  The company also provides complete automotive services in all vehicle component areas and specializes in brake replacement, ride control, and steering and suspension related repairs.

For more information, go to www.gotodobbs.com.

Dobbs Tire is number 28 on the MTD 2012 Top Independent Tire Dealer Chains In The U.S. list.