How Private Equity Is Buying Up Franchised Tire Shops

This episode of The Buyout Show dives into the quiet but rapid consolidation of franchised tire and auto-service chains. Lucas and Luna examine why private equity is paying 8–10 times EBITDA for regional tire shop networks, the economics of the roll-up playbook, and a specific case: the 2023 acquisition of Tire-Rama by a New York-based sponsor. They break down the math behind the consolidation thesis—predictable cash flows, sticky B2B demand, and the push into commercial fleet servicing. Plus, a look at the growing regulatory scrutiny around M&A in auto repair and what it means for independent shop owners. If you want to understand how your local tire store might soon be owned by a private equity firm, this episode covers the blueprint. #PrivateEquity #TireShops #RollUp #AutoService #Franchise #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessPodcast #Business #Finance #FexingoBusiness #PEPlaybook #TireRama #FleetServicing #EBITDA #Consolidation #IndependentBusinesses #DealSourcing #FranchisedDealers Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo