Hazelwood, Missouri-based Community Wholesale Tire, one of the largest family-owned and operated tire distributors in the Midwest, has announced it will permanently close its two Hazelwood facilities, including its headquarters.
The closure will impact 143 employees, with layoffs scheduled for April 10, 2026.
While the company will close two facilities, it plans to remain a family operation and will continue operating its distribution facilities in Kansas City, Missouri; Springfield, Missouri; Peoria, Illinois; and Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
According to published reports, "In connection with the shutdown, U.S. AutoForce LLC is set to acquire Community Wholesale Tire’s wholesale distribution assets in a transaction expected to close around April 2026. This suggests a strategic business reorganization rather than a full company liquidation."
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