Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. has opened a new store under its Plaza Tire Service retail brand in Mattoon, Ill.

The openiong further expands "access to ... trusted tire and vehicle maintenance services for drivers throughout central Illinois," according to Sun Auto Tire & Service officials

"The new store strengthens Plaza Tire Service’s presence in Illinois and provides local motorists with a convenient destination for tires, preventive maintenance and automotive repair services. Customers can shop from an extensive inventory of leading tire brands while also accessing a full range of vehicle services, including oil changes, brake service, batteries, alignments, steering and suspension repair and other routine maintenance needs."

Sun Auto Tire & Service has more than 600 stores and is one of the largest tire dealerships in the U.S., according to the 2026 MTD 100. It acquired Plaza Tire Service from Mark and Scott Rhoads in 2021.