Tire and Auto Services in Newtown Square, PA
KIR Tire is a locally owned tire and auto shop in Newtown Square, PA, built around one straightforward idea: keeping your passenger vehicle moving. Whether you need new or used tires, a careful wheel balance, a flat repaired, a TPMS sensor sorted out, or routine automotive maintenance services like an oil change or brake service, you will find the right service here. Every job is handled with purpose-built equipment and real attention to process, not a quick-fix approach.
Newtown Square Tire & Auto
One Shop for Tires and Everyday Vehicle Maintenance
KIR Tire organizes its services around what passenger-vehicle owners actually need: quality tire options, precise installation, reliable tire care, and the kind of routine vehicle maintenance that keeps a car dependable day to day. Owner Derek Gray brings formal automotive training and a hands-on approach to every service, supported by professional-grade equipment and a detail-oriented process. The sections below cover each service so you can find exactly what your vehicle needs.
TIRE MOUNTING & WHEEL BALANCING
Precise mounting and computerized wheel balancing are at the core of what KIR Tire does. Using a Coats tire changer and a Derek Weaver W987 computerized wheel balancer, each tire is mounted and balanced carefully to support a smoother, more comfortable ride. This service applies to both new and used tires and is a natural pairing with any tire purchase or replacement.
New Tires
When it is time for new tires, KIR Tire helps you find the right fit for your vehicle and driving needs. The focus is on quality, proper sizing, and professional installation, including mounting and balancing so your new tires are road-ready from the start. Availability varies, so confirming sizing and options before your visit is a good first step.
Used Tires
For drivers looking for a practical, value-conscious option, KIR Tire carries a selection of quality used tires. The shop tries to stock higher-tier brands such as Michelin, Continental, Hankook, Bridgestone, and Pirelli, though inventory changes regularly. Each used tire is assessed and installed professionally, giving you a reliable option without the cost of buying new.
Tire Repair and Maintenance
A punctured tire does not always mean a replacement. KIR Tire dismounts the tire and applies an internal patch, a more thorough repair method than an exterior plug. The shop also handles tire rotations and pressure checks to help extend tire life and maintain safe, even wear. Not every puncture is repairable, and each situation is assessed on its own merits.
TPMS Service
A tire pressure monitoring system warning light can mean a sensor needs programming, replacement, or simply attention after a tire service. KIR Tire handles TPMS sensor programming and replacement for passenger vehicles. Sensors are typically located in the valve-stem area and may require tire removal for service. Sensor batteries generally last in the range of six to eight years, though this varies by vehicle and conditions.
Oil Change and Filter Service
KIR Tire approaches oil and filter service with more care than a standard drain-and-fill. The process includes quality oil and filter media, with products such as Mobil 1 or Castrol depending on the vehicle, lubrication of necessary components, and cleanup of covers and fasteners to prevent residual oil buildup. It is the kind of attention to detail that reflects how the shop approaches every job.
Vehicle Maintenance
Beyond tires and oil, KIR Tire handles a range of everyday automotive maintenance services for passenger vehicles. Supported work includes filter replacement, spark plugs, lights and bulbs, brake pads, rotors, calipers, and suspension work. Brake parts are ordered specifically for your vehicle rather than pulled from a general stock. Each service is assessed case by case to match what your vehicle actually needs.








