04/16/2026
Big News in Brazil!
Warren Tire & Service Center Has New Ownership!
Effective November 1, 2025, Warren Tire & Service Center is under new ownership by Tom Pugh, owner of Rite-Way Auto in Terre Haute, Indiana.
For over 60 years, Warren Tire has been a trusted name in Clay County for quality tires and honest auto repair. That tradition continues under Tom's leadership. Customers can expect the same dependable service — plus fresh ideas, expanded capabilities, and the proven reliability that Rite-Way Auto customers already know and trust.
Services Include:
New tires (all major brands at great prices)
Alignments, brakes, shocks & struts
Oil changes, tune-ups & maintenance
Full diagnostics & auto repairs
Suspension, TPMS, and more
Same convenient location • Same friendly local team • Same commitment to fair pricing and getting you back on the road safely.
Come meet Tom and the crew!
Warren Tire & Service Center
220 E National Ave • Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 446-2419
Now proudly owned by Tom Pugh of Rite-Way Auto, Terre Haute.
Thank you for your continued trust — we’re excited for the future and look forward to serving you!
Tom Pugh (also referred to as Thomas Pugh or Thomas Pugh Jr.) owns and operates Rite-Way Auto. The business officially started on July 28, 2020, with the BBB file opening shortly after in September 2020. Tom Pugh is listed as the owner.
This makes Rite-Way a relatively young independent shop (about 5–6 years old as of 2026). There are no public records of a long prior history under the same name or location before 2020 — it appears Tom Pugh established it as a new venture focused on honest, community-oriented auto service in the Terre Haute area.
Tom is actively involved locally. He has been mentioned in community posts recommending the shop for services like oil changes and alignments, and he promotes the business in groups serving Brazil and Clay County (relevant to the Warren Tire acquisition).
Reputation and Customer Feedback
Rite-Way has built a strong local reputation quickly:
It holds a high average rating of 4.8/5 based on 433 reviews on one major review platform.
Customers frequently praise fast, affordable, and trustworthy service, friendly staff, clean facilities, and a sense of loyalty from the team. Common themes include professional work without pressure or surprises.
Overall, the shop positions itself as a reliable, no-nonsense alternative to larger chains, with an emphasis on straightforward service — values that align directly with the messaging used in Warren Tire & Service Center's new ownership announcements.
Connection to Warren Tire & Service Center (Brazil, IN)
As of November 1, 2025, Tom Pugh of Rite-Way Auto took over Warren Tire. Public descriptions highlight that the shop maintains the same core values (fair prices, quality work, no upsells) that Warren Tire upheld for 63+ years under previous ownership (originally the Warren family, later Jeff & Jean Warren). This acquisition allows Tom to extend Rite-Way’s approach to a second location while preserving the local legacy in Brazil/Clay County.
Rite-Way itself does not appear to have decades of history (unlike Warren Tire), but it has grown a solid customer base in Terre Haute through consistent service since 2020. Tom Pugh seems to be leveraging his success at Rite-Way to expand by acquiring and refreshing the established Warren Tire brand.
If you'd like to incorporate any of this into updated ad copy for Warren Tire (e.g., highlighting Tom's proven track record at Rite-Way since 2020, the high customer ratings, or the shared commitment to honest service), let me know — I can draft revised versions. Or if you need more specifics (like pulling recent social posts or service details), provide additional direction!
