Coverage of this year’s UK tyre retail ranking begins with the news that Kerr’s Tyres and Elite Garages are the fastest movers in positions 16 to 25. However, Eden Tyre Services maintained its total of 24 centres after several years of consistent growth, remaining in 16th position.
North East-based tyre wholesaler and retailer, Tyre Spot, has put 30 of its staff through a training course centred on Michelin’s sustainability principles and the CrossClimate range. We all know that all-season tyres have become increasingly popular in the UK, but Tyre Spot has reported a 272 per cent increase in CrossClimate sales following the training.
Massimo Tyres made their presence felt during the Betfred Challenge Cup 2023 Quarter Final fixture between Hull and St Helens recently. The sporting drama was played out in front of over 8,000 fans and across “a large television audience” since the match was broadcast live on the BBC, Massimo Tyres utilised the event to showcase the brand to the UK market.
11th-placed Just Tyres maintained a total of 38 tyre retail locations, according to our 2023 table. However, that figure is one centre lower than it was this time last year. Nevertheless, the total remains one branch greater than five years ago.
Tyre Spot was ranked 8th in the prestigious Ward Hadaway North East Fastest 50 Awards medium-sized business category and 38th overall after another record-breaking year for the family-run business. The North East Fastest 50 Awards, in association with The Journal, celebrate growth, innovation and the commercial achievements of North East businesses. Based on financial data filed with Companies House, the list ranks the 50 best-performing privately-owned companies which have consistently increased turnover over the past three financial years, whilst remaining profitable.
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