Tire and Service

Meet a Dealmaker: Sun Auto’s Garman Talks M&A Strategy

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"I do think that values are leveling out and maybe even softening a bit and we might have hit a peak in valuations, at least for a little while," says Chris Garman, vice president of corporate development, Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. "But the values are still really good and people are still able to retire based on what they’ve built."

Getting Your Business Ready

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Michael McGregor is Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking. His experience includes fifteen years of advising on business transfers, capital raises, and management buyouts for middle-market businesses. He has been a founder or co-founder of three automotive-related businesses. Michael is the author of the book Buy, Build, Fix, Sell, which helps tire and service dealers …

Bruce’s Tire Case Study

Bruce's Tire has been acquired by Sun Auto Tire & Service, Inc.

Bruce’s Tire & Auto Service, a Fremont, California-based local tire specialist and repair center, has been acquired by Sun Auto Tire & Service, Inc, a leading provider of quality auto repair, maintenance, and tire services. This case study highlights the unique process of this transaction.
Photo: Joe Tomarchio

Meet the Dealmaker: Monro’s Joe Tomarchio

The Acquisitions Veteran Shares Strategy and Tips for Dealers Ready to Sell

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Monro's Joe Tomarchio says, "The one overwhelming thing I see is that tire dealers don't collect for the value of their service, their convenience and their trustworthiness. They just don't charge enough."