Looking for Best Tire Changer?

With so many different tire changers on the market, many customers ask for our guidance in how to choose the best one for their immediate needs. See our advice below:

Tire Machine for High-Volume Shops

Consider a tire changer that can handle the stresses involved, as well as be able to change a wide variety of tires. Suggest you purchase a tire machine that can handle both large and small wheels—and can handle low profile tires too. Low profile tires are becoming more and more prominent these days. And if you don't have a tire machine specifically designed for them, you risk damaging pricey alloy wheels. Damage to an expensive set of rims can cost you thousands of dollars.

Speaking of specialty wheels, consider a tire machine that has a power assist, mounting helper arm. Even though it will increase the cost of the tire changer or wheel balancer, it will be worth it. Changing specialty tires can be a lucrative venture. Think of it as an investment that can pay off itself quickly. And it’s near impossible to change flat tires unless you have the right equipment.

Note with some tire machines, you can add the mounting helper arm at a later time.

Tire Machine for Low-Volume Shops

You should be fine with a basic tire machine that clamps onto the rim. Yes, the old center post tire changers had their day, but this is the 21st century. Unless you plan to exclusively do steel rims, you're going to need a modern machine that clamps onto the rims. Not only do they make changing tires much easier, but they also are much less likely to damage aluminum wheels.

If you want to quickly grow revenue:
Check out our Ranger R80DTXF tire changer. It’s extremely high performing where an operator doesn’t even have to touch a wheel during the process. Changer also comes with a built-in wheel lift minimizing the need to bend over and break your back on those heavy wheels.

Looking for something less? Then check out our Ranger R980XR tire changer. It has all the features of a premium brand, but without the high ticket price. Most major manufacturers have only a 1.5 HP motor, while Ranger tire changers have a 2 HP motor. Cabinets on each Ranger tire machine are beefier than most meaning less flex. Foot pedals are also stronger—made from forged steel. And finally, fittings for air lines, contained within its cabinet, are less likely to leak.

If you’re looking for an entry-level machine:
We recommend that you don't sacrifice quality. Our Tuxedo tire changers are a great choice for folks looking for a solid tire machine at a very reasonable price.

If you want a premium brand:
You can’t go wrong with one of our Corghi tire changers. Made in Italy, they're everything you'll ever need in a tire machine: premium quality, best warranty and service, plus the finest Italian craftsmanship you'll ever find.

We carry some of the top brands in the idustry, from the more affordable, to the mid grade, to the very finest wheel service manufacturers from all over the world.

TOP BRANDS -

ATLAS - ATLAS has been around for decades, and was recently aquired by ISN, one of the leading auto shop equipment manufacturers in the world. They offer a wide range of products, including some good, batter, and premium choices for wheel service machines. They've got something for every budget. Whether you are a mom and pop auto shop, or a high end tire shop.
CEMB USA - Premium wheel service machines manufactured in Itlay. You would be hard pressed to to find a finer piece of equipment at such a reasonable price. How they can offer such an affordable price for such a premium quality product is very impressive.
Corghi USA - Another fine Italian manufacturer. Italy is well known for offering some of the finest engineering and quality in the wheel service category. Corghi sets the standard, offering traditional rim clamp models for the standard auto shops, to the absolute best machines in the industry including touchless center post models that protect the most fragile and expensive wheels.
IDEAL - The premium division of Tuxedo Distributors. These folks offer their more affordable Tuxedo branded machines, along with their higher quality IDEAL labeled products, that offer finer quality componenets, more features, and models that will hold up better to higher volume use.
Ranger - Ranger is a division of BendPak. Of course you've heard of BendPak. They're one of the leading car lift brands in the world, with over 50 years of experience. They started developing wheel service equipment back in the late 1990's and at that time, they only offered entry level models. Well stand back, because they now offer a very impressive line of mid to upper level machines with some features that will impress thbiggest names in the wheel service industry.
Rotary - Of course you know Rotary. They are a division of VSG Group, one of the leading automotive equipment makers in the world. They have been in existance for longer than alomost any other brand in this industry. They offer top quality wheel service machines including premium center post , touchless tire changers, and computer wheel balancers that are second to none. With a nationwide network of technicians, they offer on site set up and training, along with the best warranty service experience in the USA.
Tuxedo Distributors - For over 20 years, they have offered quality entry level tire changers and wheel balancers for more budget minded shop owners, who don't want to sacrifice quality. We get fantastic feedback on their equipment, and they boast some of the best parts availability we've ver seen.