Sun Auto Tire Expands in Two States
Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. has made acquisitions in Arkansas and North Carolina, which the dealership calls "strategic additions."
Founded in 1976, Jackson Auto Worx "has been a trusted repair provider in Winston-Salem, N.C., for nearly 50 years," say Sun Auto Tire & Service officials. "Its addition to the Sun Auto Tire & Service Network strengthens the company’s foothold in the Piedmont Triad, linking the Piedmont Tire Service location in King with multiple Tire Max locations across the metro.
"The acquisition further densifies Sun Auto’s presence in Central North Carolina, enabling operational efficiencies and expanding brand visibility across the Greensboro/Winston-Salem corridor."
Sun Auto Tire & Service also has acquired Hindsman & Son Tire and Service in Russellville, Ark. "Established in 1987 by Tommy Hindsman, the company has been serving the Russellville community for nearly four decades. Under the leadership of Sam and Kellie Hindsman, the business has become a staple in the Arkansas River Valley.
"By adding Russellville, Sun Auto strengthens its Arkansas platform by filling a strategic gap between existing Plaza Tire Service footprints throughout North Arkansas. This facility provides tire distribution capability, market visibility, and additional operating leverage, reinforcing Sun’s ability to serve guests seamlessly across the state while honoring the legacy of a respected family business."
"Both acquisitions demonstrate how we continue to execute on our strategy of adding density in key markets where we already have strong brand presence,” says Chris Ripani, chief operating officer at Sun Auto Tire & Service.
“By building scale in places like the Piedmont Triad and central Arkansas, we increase efficiency, unlock synergies across our network and preserve the strong community relationships established by these local operators while providing even more value to guests of the Sun Auto Tire & Service network.”
Based in Mesa, Ariz., Sun Auto Tire & Service is one of the largest tire dealerships in the United States, according to the 2025 MTD 100.