Dobbs Tire Acquires Matthews Tire

High Ridge, Mo.-based Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers has acquired Appleton, Wis.-based Matthews Tire, which has seven locations across northeast Wisconsin.

The acquisition "marks another exciting chapter" for Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers, which is owned by Audax Private Equity.

"This transaction reflects Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers' strong growth trajectory and ongoing investment in local communities, now with over 135 retail locations across Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Texas and Wisconsin," says Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers officials.

"With the acquisition of the Matthews Tire brand, Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers will start our expansion in the Wisconsin market," says Dustin Dobbs, CEO of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers.

"We believe Dobbs is the perfect partner to continue Matthews Tire legacy of exceptional customer service and community commitment,” sats Trevor Rezner of Matthews Tire. “Continued investment in their people and operations ensures our customers will continue to receive the highest level of care.”

During 2025, Dobbs opened six new greenfield locations in Missouri and 16 brownfield locations in Ohio, Missouri, Illinois and Wisconsin. The dealership plans to open 18 more locations in early-2026, giving it more than 135 locations.