WILKES-BARRE, PA – April 14, 2026 – McCarthy Tire Service, one of the nation’s leading commercial tire and fleet service providers, convened its 100th Anniversary Leadership Meeting at Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The three-day event, themed Celebrating Our Legacy, Accelerating Tomorrow, brought together nearly 300 attendees including top industry executives, sales and operations leaders, and 50 vendor partners.
New President Announced for 2027
In a landmark announcement, McCarthy Tire Service revealed that John D. McCarthy III, son of third-generation leader John D. McCarthy Jr., will assume the role of President of McCarthy Tire Service beginning in 2027. The announcement marks a seamless transition of leadership into the company’s fourth generation, reflecting a deep commitment to family values, cultural continuity, and forward-thinking strategy.
“I am genuinely excited about the road ahead,” said John D. McCarthy III, President-Designate, McCarthy Tire Service. “From accelerating sales growth and creating operational efficiencies to embracing production automation and the latest technologies, our goal is to deliver the best customer experience in the industry.”
A Message from President John D. McCarthy Jr.
“Reaching our 100th anniversary is a milestone that fills me with immense pride,” remarked John D. McCarthy Jr., President, McCarthy Tire Service. “Not just for what this company has built, but for the family, teammates, and customers who made it possible. Passing the torch to my son, John III and our fourth-generation leadership team is one of the greatest honors of my life. I have every confidence they will carry forward the values that have defined McCarthy Tire for a century, while embracing the technology and innovation needed to deliver world-class customer experiences for the next hundred years. The best days of this company are still ahead.”
Awards, Recognition, and Centennial Honors
The event was a celebration of the talent and dedication that defines McCarthy Tire Service. Highlights included:
Sales and Operations Excellence: 11 sales and operations awards were presented to top-performing teammates across the organization.
Milestone Service Recognition: 78 teammates were honored for 25 or more years of service, with the highest honoree reaching an extraordinary 50 years with the company. Additionally, 10 retirees were celebrated for their lifetime contributions to McCarthy Tire.
Company Veterans: 19 company veterans in attendance were recognized during Keni Thomas’s keynote address, honoring their service and sacrifice.
Keynote Speakers Inspire a Culture of Excellence
The event featured an exceptional lineup of keynote speakers. Racing legend Mario Andretti and decorated Army Ranger and country artist Keni Thomas shared powerful lessons in performance, leadership, and resilience. Sales and leadership development expert John Boyens led the team through intensive training focused on growth strategies and high-performance leadership.
Vision for the Next 100 Years
Currently operating across 8 states with a presence in 12, McCarthy Tire Service outlined an ambitious but purposeful growth strategy. Rather than growing simply to be large, the company’s guiding principle is clear: grow to be the best.
Future growth will be driven by strategic acquisitions inside and outside the company’s existing territory, expansion of mobile mechanical services, and growth through adjacent service offerings. This positions McCarthy Tire to serve as a full-service fleet provider, combining technical expertise, broad service coverage, and cutting-edge technology to get customers back on the road fast.
The company also reaffirmed its commitment to safe operations, talent development, and a culture where teammates go home as healthy as they arrived. Leadership emphasized that attracting and retaining the industry’s top talent is central to being the best fleet service provider in the country.
Centennial Celebrations Across All Locations
In addition to the Wilkes-Barre leadership summit, McCarthy Tire’s 100th anniversary celebrations extend to every corner of the company. Teammates at all locations will celebrate with anniversary parties, branded merchandise, and a commemorative gift. The company will also host social media contest giveaways and serve as a proud sponsor of the America’s 250 celebration at Kirby Park, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on June 20th, a fitting tribute to a century of American enterprise.
ABOUT MCCARTHY TIRE SERVICE
Founded in 1926 and celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, McCarthy Tire Service is a fourth-generation, family-owned leader in the commercial tire industry. Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the company has grown from a single location into one of the largest commercial tire dealers in North America, currently ranking as the 4th largest independent commercial tire distributor and the 7th largest retread manufacturer in the United States.
With more than 75 service locations and 13 Bandag retread plants spanning the East Coast from New York to South Carolina, McCarthy Tire Service provides comprehensive fleet management services and solutions. From heavy-duty commercial trucks and OTR equipment to agriculture, forestry, and industrial machinery, McCarthy Tire is committed to being the best full-service commercial vehicle and fleet provider in the country; delivering fast, reliable, technology-forward service that keeps fleets moving and customers satisfied. Our depth of expertise extends beyond sales to include specialized fleet management, robust mechanical services, and in-house 24/7 commercial emergency roadside assistance. For more information, visit McCarthyTire.com.
MEDIA CONTACT
Amy Cameron, 570-822-3151, acameron@mccarthytire.com