TBC Corporation’s Leading Franchise Brands Ranked Number One in Respective Categories

TBC Corporation, a leader in the mobility industry and one of North America’s largest marketers of automotive replacement tires through wholesale and franchise operations, announced today that its subsidiaries, Midas and Big O Tires, were recognized in Entrepreneur’s 46^th annual Franchise 500®. Midas and Big O Tires also earned the number one spots in their respective categories again this year. The comprehensive ranking celebrates the top 500 franchise organizations based on outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

Midas ranked number 57 overall, rising more than 40 spots from its 2024 ranking. In addition, Midas was ranked number one in the Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services category, a distinction the brand has earned for nearly 20 years.

“Midas is the strongest it has been in its nearly 70-year history, and we’re primed for continued growth,” said Lenny Valentino, Jr., chief operating officer, Midas. “The level of excitement is palpable within our franchise system. I’m enthusiastic about our future as we continue to invest in the brand, build upon our customer-centric culture, and collaborate with franchise owners, to make Midas the best auto repair and maintenance service franchise opportunity available.”

Big O Tires ranked number 102 overall and first in the Wheels and Tires category for the third consecutive year, which is a testament to the access franchisees have to an unparalleled tire distribution and supply chain network, through the brand’s affiliation with TBC.

“I’m proud of the reputation Big O Tires has established over the past 60 years as a brand that customers can depend upon for quality, affordable tires and outstanding automotive services,” said Gary Skidmore, chief operating officer, Big O Tires. “As a leading automotive repair and tire franchise business, we’re dedicated to providing franchisees with ongoing support and resources to help them grow their businesses and deliver excellent service to their customers.”

In developing the Franchise 500®, Entrepreneur’s editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

To view Midas and Big O Tires in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500.

About TBC Corporation

TBC Corporation (TBC) is one of North America’s largest marketers of automotive replacement tires through wholesale and franchise operations. TBC serves wholesale customers in the United States, Canada and Mexico through TBC Brands, NTW, TBC International, and TBC de Mexico. Additionally, consumers receive total car care at approximately 2,400 franchised tire and automotive service centers under the Big O Tires® and Midas® brands. For more information, visit www.tbccorp.com and follow TBC Corporation on LinkedIn.

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Entrepreneur Magazine Names Midas and Big O Tires Top Franchises in Prestigious 2025 Franchise 500®