Les Schwab Tire Center

Les Schwab Tire Center is a well-established tire retailer and automotive service provider with a strong presence across the Western United States. The company began in 1952, when Les Schwab opened the first store in Prineville, Oregon. Over the years, Les Schwab built its reputation on customer service and local involvement, steadily expanding throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A notable milestone in its history came in September 2020, when Meritage Group LP acquired the company, providing additional resources for growth while allowing Les Schwab to maintain its operational independence and brand identity.

As of November 2025, Les Schwab operates 480 corporately owned stores in ten states, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and Alaska. The company's footprint continues to grow, with recent expansion efforts focused on Colorado, Utah, and Idaho. Les Schwab favors high-traffic corridors and suburban retail centers, and its stores offer a comprehensive range of tire and automotive services, including tire sales, installation, repairs, brakes, alignments, and batteries.

In the past five years, Les Schwab has invested in modernizing its stores and broadening its service offerings, supporting its expansion into new markets. The company’s approach to retail formats and its preference for accessible, visible locations make it a reliable anchor for both shopping centers and standalone sites. Les Schwab’s scale, stable ownership, and consistent operations contribute to its credibility among landlords, brokers, and developers. Its ongoing growth posture, especially in the Mountain West and Pacific Northwest, signals sustained demand for new sites and redevelopment opportunities.