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Buy a Big O Tires Franchise

Big O Tires is a leading tire and automotive service franchise founded in 1962 as a cooperative of independent dealers pooling buying power amid booming tire demand. Now a subsidiary of TBC Corporation since 1996 (under Sumitomo), it operates nearly 470 locations across the U.S., offering tires, alignments, brakes, oil changes, and maintenance via major brands like Michelin. Known for the “Team You Trust” slogan, its speed-lane service and nationwide warranties drive loyalty in a fragmented $50B+ aftermarket.

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Why buy a Big O Tires Franchise?

Secure a proven 60+ year brand in essential services with low entry barriers, robust supply, and high repeat business. Enjoy national backing for local dominance, profitability via warranties/up-sells, and growth in evergreen auto care amid vehicle longevity trends.

Big O Tires Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      1962

    • Franchising Since

      1962

    • New Startup Cost

      $511,500 – $1,882,500

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $17,500

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $5,000

      for assignment or change of control; up to $1,500 otherwise

    • Royalty Fee

      2%

      of Gross Revenue

    • Marketing Fee

      4%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      461

    • New Units Opened *

      8

    • Units Transferred *

      19

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $2,824,713

    * Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

Big O Tires – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Big O provides extensive training in operations, sales, and tech, plus site selection, marketing, and supply chain via 11 distribution centers. Franchisees access proprietary software, national advertising, and field support for conversions/recruitment. Flexible models suit owner-operators with competitive royalties.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Ideal owners are automotive-savvy entrepreneurs with management experience, sales drive, and community ties. They lead teams, prioritize service, and scale multi-units; suits hands-on operators or investors leveraging Big O's infrastructure.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Ranked among top 150 fastest-growing franchises in Entrepreneur's 2024 Franchise 500 and Franchise Times. Hall of Fame honors pioneer owners like Darwin Gunnell; noted for rapid 1960s-70s expansion to 400+ stores and innovative credit programs. They were also recognized by Franchise Business Review as one of the Top 200 Franchises in 2026. They were also recognized by Franchise Business Review as one of the Top 200 Franchises in 2026.

  4. Industry / Market

    U.S. tire/auto service market exceeds $120B annually, growing 5-7% with EV transitions, aging vehicles (avg. 12+ years), and rising mileage. Aftermarket services boom 8% yearly amid labor shortages; recession-resistant essentials like tires/brakes ensure steady demand.

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