Best Tire Shops in Ames, IA

10 experts listed · 7 in Ames · 4 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 18, 2026

Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service

Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service

4.7 44 reviews
“I gave a vehicle for pre purchase check and it was done well with a detailed report”
Coupons & offers24/7 towingFinancing availableFamily-ownedSince 2007
128 Sumner Ave
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Eastman Auto Care

Eastman Auto Care

4.7 44 reviews
“Larry and his team approach the work as if it were their own vehicles, and they'll help you to decide on which option is best for you.”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsEuropean makes specialistLoaner carsSince 1974Family-owned
305 6th St
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Wheelock's Auto Service

Wheelock's Auto Service

4.8 47 reviews
“Fantastic service and fair pricing - they always go above and beyond to keep our vehicle running well!”
Family-ownedSince 1968
815 N 2nd St
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Hansen Automotive Ames Towing

Hansen Automotive Ames Towing

4.7 42 reviews
“I call Hansen's and they were there in 15 minutes to unlock my car!!”
ASE-certified techs24/7 towingFinancing availableSince 2004Family-owned
402 E Lincoln Wy
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En-Tire Car Care

En-Tire Car Care

4.3 39 reviews
“That isn't why I brought the car in of course, and I didn't even mention it, but they did it anyway without charge and I was grateful.”
Coupons & offersSince 2011
118 SE 5th St
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Ames Tire Shop

Ames Tire Shop

5.0 50 reviews
“Needed a quick fix, called a few places nearby and no one was available on short notice except Ames Tire Shop.”
Below average prices
128 S Duff Ave
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Listed for drivers in and around Ames, IA, these 10 shops sell and fit tires. Brands carried, warranties and installation charges come from each shop's own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Ames, IA

7 of the 10 experts we list are based in Ames; the other 3 serve Ames from Nevada (8 mi), Story City (11 mi) and Boone (15 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 924 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price" and "honest". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the experts on this page list most often on their websites are tires (3), auto repair & maintenance (2), maintenance (2), oil changes (2) and the car salon (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 103 years. 3 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.

Which shops listed for Ames open on Saturdays or Sundays?

4 of the 10 shops on this page post weekend hours. Saturday morning is when everyone else has the same idea, so a booked slot is worth more than an early start. Sunday openings are rare and often run with one fitter and a short parts counter.

Elmquist Autocare Center

Elmquist Autocare Center

Coupons & offersSince 2010Family-ownedFinancing
2182 232 Ln
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Big 8 Tyre Center

Big 8 Tyre Center

4.4 26 reviews
“Always lets me know what needs to be done and after getting approval, does the work at reasonable prices.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1986
Nevada, IA · 8 mi from Ames
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Craig Automotive

Craig Automotive

4.8 19 reviews
“Had a tire pop and they weren't able to match it up but got one in right away the next morning and got me up and running!”
ASE-certified techsPick-up & drop-off20+ yearsFamily-owned
Story City, IA · 11 mi from Ames
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Sternquist Garage & Tire

Sternquist Garage & Tire

4.7 49 reviews
“The crew at Sternquist checked everything out along with doing an additional service of checking the transmission fluid level which I also requested.”
Free consultationLicensedSince 1923Locally owned
Boone, IA · 15 mi from Ames
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