• The new build is the 83^rd Plaza Tire Service location and the 11^th in Illinois

Plaza Tire Service has opened a new location on Lincoln Highway, just south of St. Clair Square Shopping Center, bringing its trusted tire and automotive services to more drivers in the Greater St. Louis and Metro East area.

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Plaza Tire Service has opened a new location on Lincoln Highway, just south of St. Clair Square Shopping Center.

The new store marks the company’s 83^rd location overall and 11^th in Illinois, continuing Plaza Tire Service’s long history of growth and commitment to customer care across the region.

Known as “The Quick Change Artist,” Plaza Tire Service has been helping drivers since 1963 with exceptional service, selection, and price. The company stocks a wide range of tires from top-name brands and offers a full lineup of automotive services—including alignments, brakes, shocks and struts, oil changes, batteries, and more.

The 6,500-square-foot facility features eight service bays equipped with state-of-the-art tools to serve guests quickly and efficiently. Routine maintenance options include fluid flushes for transmissions, power steering, coolant, and brakes. Store hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

“St. Louis has been a hub for Plaza Tire Service for almost as long as we’ve been open,” said Rob Kingery, Regional Vice President. “Extending our reach further into Illinois allows us to provide exceptional service to even more guests in the Midwest.”

About Plaza Tire Service

Founded in 1963 by Vernon “Pee Wee” Rhodes and successfully run by his sons Scott and Mark Rhodes, Plaza Tire Service is based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The company is part of the Sun Auto Network.

About Sun Auto Tire & Service

Sun Auto Tire & Service is a national network of neighborhood tire and service shops united by their driver commitment to Clarity, Confidence, and Customer Care. One of the country's largest independent tire retailers with a network of more than 525 locations, Sun Auto delivers the trusted, personal service of a local shop backed by the technology and resources of a national provider. At Sun Auto, guests enjoy clear-as-day communication and expert service from certified technicians – and are empowered to make informed decisions about their vehicles. Whether it’s a routine inspection or a major repair, Sun Auto keeps you in the driver's seat. Drive Confidently. Learn more at www.sun.auto.

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The new store marks the company’s 83rd location overall and 11th in Illinois, continuing Plaza Tire Service’s long history of growth and commitment to customer care across the region.