PitPro Unveils Fully Automated Tire Changing System for Fleet Vehicles

• PitPro's revolutionary system changes four tires in 15 minutes, up to 90% faster than traditional methods, saving fleet operators $100-$300 in downtime per tire service
• AI-powered automated system addresses critical technician shortage in the $50 billion domestic tire change market
• Early access pilot programs available now for fleet operators ahead of nationwide 2026 launch

System addresses increasing service demands of fleet vehicles and growing labor shortage; nationwide availability expected in 2026

PitPro Automation today announced a fully automated system for tire changes and rotations for Class 3 and smaller fleet vehicles. The system completes four tire changes in under 15 minutes, reducing vehicle downtime by 80-90% compared to traditional methods that take between one and a half to four hours. Fleet owners can request early access to pilot systems at their depots, with nationwide availability planned for 2026.

Proven Solution Addresses Fleet Pain Points

Tire service remains one of the most physically demanding, injury-prone, and time consuming tasks in maintenance operations. PitPro's automated system addresses these challenges by delivering consistent, high-quality tire service to maximize fleet uptime and reduces the injuries on technicians with the ergonomic design.

“Managing service operations across 10,000+ Ford dealers, I saw how downtime and technician shortages cripple fleet profitability daily. PitPro's fleet-focused automation directly solves these operational challenges that impact customer deliveries while improving efficiency,” said Ted Cannis, Former CEO of Ford Pro and Ford Customer Service Division.

Technology and Market Expansion

The PitPro automated wheel changer is designed to fit into a single service bay intended for Class 2/3 and below vehicle repair. Once a vehicle drives onto the platform, two gantries work in tandem to simultaneously begin a coordinated tire change. The system operates in sync to efficiently swap all wheels with minimal manual input.

The company is serving the $175 billion domestic automotive repair market, beginning with the $50 billion tire service segment before expanding to additional maintenance categories including brakes, alignment, and other preventive services.

Leadership and Vision

PitPro was founded by Jeremy Conrad and Gui Cavalcanti. As an officer in the United States Air Force, Conrad worked on weapons-grade lasers and missile defense systems. He co-founded Lemnos Labs, a hardware-focused seed-stage venture capital firm, and Quartz, a construction technology startup. Cavalcanti is a robotics engineer and entrepreneur known for his work on large-scale robots designed to work in challenging real-world environments. Prior to PitPro, he worked at Boston Dynamics and Third Wave Automation, and co-founded Artisan's Asylum and MegaBots.

"PitPro's goal is to provide a fast, reliable solution for tire changes and rotations, tailored to the needs of fleet operators," said Jeremy Conrad, co-founder and CEO at PitPro Automation. "We want to modernize fleet maintenance by offering a scalable, safe, and technician-friendly alternative to traditional tire service."

About PitPro Automation

PitPro Automation delivers purpose-built automation solutions for fleet maintenance operations. The company's fleet-first approach provides predictable, efficient tire service addressing critical challenges facing commercial vehicle operators. For more information, visit www.pitproautomation.com or contact info@pitproautomation.com

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"PitPro's fleet-focused automation directly solves these operational challenges that impact customer deliveries while improving efficiency," said Ted Cannis, Former CEO of Ford Pro and Ford Customer Service Division.