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Where We Rank Among the Top 10 Automotive Franchises

October 16, 2023
automotive franchise opportunity

When you start a new business, one of your goals will be to rank well above your competitors. However, it can be difficult to do so in the automotive services industry. A top 10 automotive franchise rating is nearly impossible to attain unless you franchise with a brand that has already achieved that ranking.

Since our start in 1962, Big O Tires has firmly established itself as one of the best automotive franchises to open. Throughout our many years in business, we have demonstrated expert knowledge about far more than our superior selection of tires. The Big O team has been able to help prepare entrepreneurs of various backgrounds for their new life as versatile auto repair franchise owners.

Regardless of their level of experience with automotive services, Big O franchisees can feel confident knowing how best to operate their new business on a day-to-day basis. This is thanks to the strong training resources and guidance our team provides to set entrepreneurs like you up for success.

Estimates put the total number of small businesses in the US at over 30 million (1). As a result, plenty of small business owners find it difficult to stand out from the crowd and attract customers. By franchising with Big O Tires, you'll find you can rely on repeat business from area drivers with auto repair issues because they'll know they can depend on the expertise and extensive services your professional technicians can provide them.

What Puts Big O Among the Best Automotive Franchises to Open

Big O Tires has earned our place among the top 10 automotive franchises for various reasons. We’re a leading franchise brand to invest in, not only for the auto services our locations offer car owners but also for the many ways we support our franchisees. The Big O team works tirelessly to position your franchise location(s) as the top option for local car owners. We do this by offering:

Versatile Services

When a vehicle is brought in for repairs, multiple issues may require attention. In this case, car owners prefer to frequent an auto shop that can resolve all their needs in a one-stop visit rather than relying on various shops to fix their automotive repair problems.

Big O automotive franchises are well-known among drivers for the variety of services we can complete. While tires are a crucial part of what we do, they are not the only service we offer. Our franchisees are equipped with the capability to provide:

  • Expert auto repair and maintenance
  • Trusted roadside assistance
  • Warranties for both tires and service

Customers nationwide have grown to appreciate the value that our franchises present as we have added new locations throughout North America. They also know that we price our services at a lower rate compared to most car dealerships. This has helped our brand form a strong level of customer loyalty that franchisees can rely on to win more business.

Ongoing Training and Support

Big O Tires requires each new franchisee to complete our four-week pre-opening training to fully prepare them for life as an automotive services franchise owner. This training provides valuable insights and best practices on several topics, such as:

  • Keeping accurate books
  • Using our point-of-sales system
  • Leveraging vendor relationships
  • Managing Inventory
  • Delivering high-quality customer service
  • And plenty more!

Even after completing your initial training, you can still count on the full support of the Big O Tires franchise. Our team can help your location(s) through local marketing assistance and shared purchasing power. These support efforts are designed to assist you in reaching local car owners and becoming their preferred auto shop.

A Strong Brand Presence

With more than 460 locations in 24 states, Big O Tires is among North America's largest retail tire franchisors. As part of the TBC Corporation, our franchisees benefit from their independent ownership, with support from one of the largest marketers of automotive services.

The Big O brand name adds instant value to your auto shop, a key benefit that traditional small businesses are unable to take advantage of. Additionally, each franchisee is assigned a designated territory with no other Big O stores open within a two-mile radius. This ensures you’ll not have to compete with any members of other Big O stores.

It requires a significant amount of effort to reach the top of the automotive services industry. Fortunately for our franchisees, Big O Tires has already done the bulk of that work. You can realize this for yourself by choosing to franchise with a brand like Big O that sets you up for success!

Contact the Big O Tires team to learn more information about our franchise opportunities!

  1. The Ascent; 2022 Small Business Ownership Statistics; DP Taylor; Aug. 5, 2022

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Contact Information
Big O Tires, LLC
4260 Design Center Dr.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
(561) 383-3000
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Please note that the information contained on this website does not constitute the offer of a franchise and that such offers will be made only in conjunction with the presentation of Big O’s Franchise Disclosure Document in states where we are first registered, excluded, exempted, or otherwise qualified to offer franchises in that state. Big O Franchises are not available in all states. MN Reg. File No. F#4842
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