Midas International, LLC (“Midas”), one of the world's largest providers of automotive services, announced today that it has acquired Max Auto Supply Company (“Max Auto” or the “Company”), a premier Midas dealer. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Founded in 1958, Max Auto is a highly respected Midas franchisee with a rich history of providing exceptional automotive repair and maintenance services. The Company operates 111 Midas franchise locations and has over 650 employees across Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Kentucky, and Georgia.

Max Auto will maintain its headquarters in Toledo, Ohio and continue to operate as a standalone business, leveraging the support and resources of the broader Midas platform to continue to strengthen its dedicated customer-first approach. Max Auto will continue to be led by Vice President Randy Lindhurst and the rest of its executive team, which will collectively ensure continuity and uphold the high standards of service customers have come to expect. With this acquisition, Max Auto joins Midas as part of the Mavis Tire family of brands and companies.

“At Midas, our legacy is built on a steadfast commitment to service, quality, and reliability, which are values that have made us a trusted name in communities nationwide,” said Leonard Valentino, Jr., President of Midas International, LLC. “These principles align perfectly with the culture and operational excellence of Max Auto. We are confident Max Auto will continue to be a best-in-class dealer within the Midas family, driving forward our shared tradition of excellence.”

“We are excited to deepen our relationship with the Midas family and begin this new chapter,” said Mr. Lindhurst. “For more than 60 years, Max Auto has been deeply committed to the Midas network, cementing its reputation on integrity, expertise, and a commitment to exceptional service. With the added support and resources of the Midas platform, we look forward to strengthening our operations and delivering even greater value to the communities we serve.”

Covington & Burling LLP served as legal counsel to Midas. Capstone Partners acted as the financial advisor and Baker & Hostetler LLP and Thompson Hine LLP served as legal counsel to Max Auto.

About Midas International, LLC

Midas is an award-winning franchise brand and leading provider of automotive repair and maintenance services at approximately 2,000 franchised and licensed Midas locations in nearly 20 countries, with approximately 1,200 across the United States and Canada. Midas is known for its industry-leading guarantee. Midas ranked number one in the Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services category in Entrepreneur's 46th annual Franchise 500^® ranking. For more information, visit midas.com.

About Max Auto Supply Company

Max Auto Supply Company is the largest dealer within the Midas system, operating 111 automotive service centers across Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Kentucky, and Georgia. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Max Auto has a nearly 70-year legacy of delivering exceptional automotive repair and maintenance services with a deep commitment to quality, integrity, and customer care. With more than 650 employees and a strong footprint of owned and operated real estate assets, Max Auto has earned a reputation as a best-in-class operator and trusted service provider across the communities it serves.

About Mavis Tire Express Services Corp.

Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. is one of North America’s largest independent tire and vehicle service providers, with approximately 3,500 owned and franchised retail locations across the U.S. and Canada. Headquartered and based in White Plains, New York, Mavis delivers expert care across multiple segments of the automotive industry – including tires and brakes, oil changes, inspections, and auto repair – through a family of trusted brands.

Mavis owns and operates a portfolio of auto service center brands, including Mavis Discount Tire, Mavis Tires & Brakes, Midas, Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers, Brakes Plus, Tire Kingdom, NTB (National Tire & Battery), Town Fair Tire and Tuffy. Together, these brands offer a wide range of distinguished services to millions of drivers each year, reflecting a commitment to dependability, safety, convenience, and value.

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