Excellence in Automotive Care

Extending the life of vehicles mile after mile with outstanding customer service at the hands of expert automotive professionals.

About Sun Auto Tire & Service

Sun Auto Tire & Service is the leading provider of quality aftermarket automotive repair, maintenance, and tire services in the Southwest. Sun Auto Tire & Service encompasses over 350 retail locations throughout the United States.

350+

locations nationwide

2,000,000+

customers served annually

2500+

service bays

Sun Auto Tire & Service is the authority in automotive care. Our purpose is to provide an extraordinary experience for our customers from minor maintenance services to extensive repairs. We’re providing a dealership experience using superior tools and equipment with top-quality automotive components all performed by professional automotive technicians. Our expertise and customer focus are what make us the authority in automotive care.

Our Brands

Sun Auto Tire & Service encompasses more than 350 retail locations and 10 brands throughout the western United States.

BRAKEmax

Tire & Service Center

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Driver’s Edge

Complete Auto Repair

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Evans Tire

& Service Centers

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GoodGuys

Tire & Auto Repair

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Lamb’s

Tire & Automotive

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Ramona Tire

& Service Centers

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Sun

and Sun Devil Auto Service

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Tate Boys

Tire & Service

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Tire Works

Total Car Care

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Wilhelm

Automotive

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Sun Auto Senior Leadership

Strong organizations require strong leadership. Our industry leaders are among the best of the best.

Meet the Senior Leaders that spearhead day to day operations and foster employee successes. We believe that supportive leadership with encouraging motivation yields content employees which in turn increases production and personal fulfilment. Our Senior Leaders are well-versed in retail automotive operations and bring a wealth of knowledge to their profession.

Tony Puckett

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Toth

Chief Technology Officer

Rob Stravitz

Chief Marketing Officer

Chris Ripani

Chief Operating Officer

Chris Garman

VP, Business Development

Carolyn Barnard

Chief People Officer

Greg Ambruster

Chief Development Officer

Dave Scheve

Chief Financial Officer

Mark Rhodes

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Paul Brooker

Chief General Council

Career Opportunities at Sun Auto

Ready to fast track your career to success? Join the Sun Auto team today!

Sun Auto Tire & Service welcomes motivated individuals that are seeking fulfillment in not just a job, but a career. We’re looking for people that are eager to learn and become a part of our substantial growth. Join us now and take part in our journey to achievement.

Fleet Business

Your business is our business. At our service centers, your vehicles are our priority; we know that when your company vehicle is out of commission, you’re not making any money. Your vehicle will receive expeditious service to get you back to business as usual. We offer comprehensive vehicle maintenance, repairs, and tire service to ensure your company vehicles continue to operate smoothly. Contact us today for more information on our Fleet Program for your company’s fleet.

Partner with Us

Considering retiring your business? If you’re ready to move on, we’re ready to continue what you have built. You dreamt and brought your business to life, let us embrace it and take it into the future.

Chris Garman

VP, Business Development

As Vice President of Business Development for Sun Auto & Tire Service, Chris oversees all mergers and acquisition activity and leads the new store development programs. Chris brings 20 years of experience and insight as the owner and operator of Wilhelm Automotive, acquired by Sun in 2019.

An Arizona native, Chris graduated with honors from Arizona State University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Global Business Marketing and a Master of Business Administration. He spent his early years working for Pitney Bowes and a small architecture firm, before joining his family business in January of 2000. Garman grew Wilhelm to 9 locations, with over 100 team members, and strong links in the local community. He married his high school sweetheart, Kelly, and they currently reside in Phoenix with their two girls, ages 19 & 16.

Over the past 20 years, Chris has been active in his local community serving as past president and board member for The West Valley Mavericks and their foundation. He’s also served on the boards of Leadership West, Southwest Valley YMCA, and various other volunteer organizations. Additionally, he volunteered as a youth soccer coach and chaired several fundraising committees for the various organizations he served. In his spare time, Chris enjoys traveling, off-roading, camping, boating, and spending time with his family.

Carolyn Barnard

Chief People Officer

Carolyn Barnard is the Vice President of Human Resources for Sun Auto & Tire. Carolyn has over 20 years of Human Resources experience with 15 years in leadership roles. She currently oversees HR programs and initiatives that enhance the employee experience and partners with leaders across the organization.

Carolyn started her career working for non-profits including United Way and Dale Rogers Training Center. She spent eight years managing the Human Resources department for Schlotzsky’s company owned restaurants across multiple states. Before joining Lamb’s Tire & Automotive in 2012, Carolyn spent two years as a Dispute Resolution Officer at the State Comptroller’s office. During her time with Lamb’s, Carolyn was instrumental in finding a critical balance between the needs of the business and creating a culture of employee engagement and recognition. Carolyn holds a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SCP) certification, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification and is a certified mediator in the State of Texas.

In her free time, Carolyn likes the outdoors including hiking, paddle boarding and listening to live music. She also enjoys spending time with her two grown children and her dog, Daisy.