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Bauer Built, Inc. Acquires Jack’s Tire and Service, Expanding Footprint in Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois

Durand, WI – June 1, 2026 – Tad Bauer, President of Bauer Built, Inc., today announced the acquisition of Jack’s Tire and Service. Jack’s Tire and Service, headquartered in Beloit, WI, was founded in 1982 and has built a strong reputation for quality tire and automotive service throughout the region. The acquisition adds key locations […]

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Buying Semi Truck Tires? Avoid These Common Mistakes

Tires are one of the largest expenses in any commercial fleet’s operating budget. If you drive a rig, you’re managing 18 tires at a time for thousands of miles of stress with variable loads and unpredictable road conditions. If you don’t purchase tires strategically, the consequences can go well beyond the purchase price. The costliest […]

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Repairing Ag Tires: A Step-by-Step Guide for Farmers

Nothing throws off a day on the farm quite like a flat tractor tire. It can be difficult to handle, especially if you’re in the field on your own. You can’t plan for everything, and punctures and air come with the territory. Knowing how to fix your tire on the spot allows you to finish […]

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Questions to Ask a Commercial Tire Dealer

Picking the wrong commercial tire dealer is the kind of mistake that compounds over time. You might not notice it in the first invoice, but you’ll also feel it in unexpected downtime, inconsistent service and tires that wear faster than they should. The right dealer becomes an extension of your operation, keeping your drivers safe, […]

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How to Prepare Your Commercial Fleet for DOT Inspections

Roadside fleet inspection enforcement ramps up in late spring and peaks through summer, with Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Roadcheck typically taking place in May or June. Inspectors are most active within that window, and if you haven’t prepared, you could face citations, out-of-service orders and wasted time. Treating DOT compliance as a year-round process […]

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