Plaza Tire Service Continues Illinois Growth with New Mattoon Location

• New store brings Plaza Tire Service's tire expertise, same-day installation and complete automotive care to Central Illinois drivers

MESA, Ariz., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Plaza Tire Service, a leading tire and automotive service provider in the Midwest and part of the Sun Auto Network, has opened a new location in Mattoon, Illinois, further expanding access to its trusted tire and vehicle maintenance services for drivers throughout Central Illinois.

The new store strengthens Plaza Tire Service's presence in Illinois and provides local motorists with a convenient destination for tires, preventive maintenance and automotive repair services. Customers can shop from an extensive inventory of leading tire brands while also accessing a full range of vehicle services, including oil changes, brake service, batteries, alignments, steering and suspension repair, and other routine maintenance needs.

Known for its Price Match Guarantee and signature 4 Tires in 1 Hour Guarantee, Plaza Tire Service focuses on delivering the combination of selection, convenience and value drivers expect when purchasing tires. With a broad in-stock inventory available for same-day installation, customers can quickly find the right solution and get back on the road with confidence.

"We're excited to bring Plaza Tire Service to Mattoon and introduce more drivers to the convenience, value and trusted service that have defined our brand for more than 60 years," said Rob Kingery, Regional Vice President, Sun Auto Tire & Service. "This location allows us to serve the community with the tire expertise, same-day service and comprehensive automotive care that customers have come to expect from Plaza Tire Service."

Founded in Missouri in 1963, Plaza Tire Service has grown into one of the Midwest's largest tire and automotive service providers. Operating across five states, Plaza combines its strong regional heritage with the resources and scale of the more than 600-location Sun Auto Network.

About Sun Auto Tire & Service and the Sun Auto Network

Sun Auto Tire & Service owns and operates more than 600 tire and service centers across the United States. Together, these company-owned locations form the Sun Auto Network — delivering a consistent guest experience built on a Driver Commitment to Clarity, Confidence and Customer Care.

As one of the nation's largest independent tire and automotive service providers, Sun Auto invests in the technology, training and resources that power each store's success. Whether it's routine maintenance or major repairs, Sun Auto helps drivers stay confident behind the wheel — while supporting the communities they call home.

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SOURCE Sun Auto Tire & Service, Inc.