SearchTires.com The World’s First Tire Price Comparison Search Engine
About the Guest(s):
Timothy Shaffer is the CEO and Co-founder of searchtires.com. With over three decades of experience in the tire industry, he is a dynamic sales and operations expert. Timothy is a visionary leader who spearheaded searchtires.com to empower consumers with transparent and competitive tire pricing. He has had an illustrious career, holding titles such as President and CEO, and has a wealth of knowledge in operations.
Episode Summary:
Welcome to another episode of The Chris Voss Show, where host Chris Voss brings on the most intelligent and influential guests to expand your mind. In this episode, Chris interviews Timothy Shaffer, the CEO and Co-founder of searchtires.com. Timothy shares his journey of creating the world’s first tire price comparison search engine and how it is revolutionizing the way people buy tires. He explains how searchtires.com matches consumers with the best tire prices from local retailers, saving them time and money. Timothy also emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and shares cost-effective tips for tire replacement and maintenance.
Key topics discussed in this episode include the inspiration behind searchtires.com, the challenges faced during the company’s early stages, the benefits of using the platform, and future expansion plans. Timothy’s passion for helping consumers and local brick-and-mortar retailers shines through as he shares his insights and experiences in the tire industry.
Key Takeaways:
searchtires.com is the world’s first tire price comparison search engine, empowering consumers with transparent and competitive tire pricing.
The platform matches consumers with the best tire prices from local retailers, saving them time and money.
Searchtires.com helps communities thrive and supports local businesses by supporting local brick-and-mortar retailers.
Proper tire maintenance, such as checking air pressure, regular rotations, and alignments, can extend tires’ lifespans and save money in the long run.
Searchtires.com plans to expand to other countries, such as Canada, Australia, and the UK.
Notable Quotes:
“We’re like an online dating service for tires. We don’t sell anything. We just match the tire you’re looking for to the retailer.” – Timothy Shaffer
“Tires ain’t pretty, but it’s a $58.8 billion market. No one has thought about how to help people find the best deal on tires in their area.” – Timothy Shaffer
“Success can be defined in different ways, but for me, if I walk out my front door and start a ’69 Z28 Camaro and hear that motor hum, that’s beautiful.” – Timothy Shaffer
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