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Our mission is to offer the best products and unmatched service. And we’ve served our customers since 1952.

About Al's

Welcome to Al's Tire Mart, proudly serving the Effingham area since 1952. Founded by Albert Knabe with family values at heart, our legacy continues to thrive under the leadership of his sons, Tom and Mark, as well as his grandchildren, Joe and Jenny. Today, Joe and Jenny are at the helm of Al's, carrying forward the tradition established by their grandfather.

From our humble beginnings as a leading tire dealer and installer, we have expanded our offerings to encompass a wide range of services. At Al's, we provide comprehensive vehicle repairs, state-of-the-art home theater sales and installations, customized outdoor sound systems and lighting solutions, and serve as an authorized Wireless Zone retailer. With fifteen locations across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky, Al's Tire Mart has become a trusted name in the industry.

Our journey started in a building behind Jefferson Avenue, which still stands proudly to the north of our current flagship location. As the community grew, so did we. In 1982, we relocated to the Fayette location, granting us the space to broaden our store and services. It was during this time that we ventured into car audio installations and custom stereo systems. Recognizing the evolving needs of our customers, we further expanded our offerings by entering the mobile phone business, selling and installing phones for vehicles.

Today, Al's Tire Mart stands as the premier destination for professional custom home theater systems and smart-home products in the area. Additionally, we proudly lead the region as a Verizon retailer, offering the latest mobile devices to our valued customers. With our extensive expertise and commitment to exceptional service, Al's Tire Mart is your trusted partner for all your automotive, entertainment, and connectivity needs.

Welcome to Al's Tire Mart, proudly serving the Effingham area since 1952. Founded by Albert Knabe with family values at heart, our legacy continues to thrive under the leadership of his sons, Tom and Mark, as well as his grandchildren, Joe and Jenny. Today, Joe and Jenny are at the helm of Al's, carrying forward the tradition established by their grandfather.

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About Al's

Welcome to Al's Tire Mart, proudly serving the Effingham area since 1952. Founded by Albert Knabe with family values at heart, our legacy continues to thrive under the leadership of his sons, Tom and Mark, as well as his grandchildren, Joe and Jenny. Today, Joe and Jenny are at the helm of Al's, carrying forward the tradition established by their grandfather.

From our humble beginnings as a leading tire dealer and installer, we have expanded our offerings to encompass a wide range of services. At Al's, we provide comprehensive vehicle repairs, state-of-the-art home theater sales and installations, customized outdoor sound systems and lighting solutions, and serve as an authorized Wireless Zone retailer. With fifteen locations across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky, Al's Tire Mart has become a trusted name in the industry.

Our journey started in a building behind Jefferson Avenue, which still stands proudly to the north of our current flagship location. As the community grew, so did we. In 1982, we relocated to the Fayette location, granting us the space to broaden our store and services. It was during this time that we ventured into car audio installations and custom stereo systems. Recognizing the evolving needs of our customers, we further expanded our offerings by entering the mobile phone business, selling and installing phones for vehicles.

Today, Al's Tire Mart stands as the premier destination for professional custom home theater systems and smart-home products in the area. Additionally, we proudly lead the region as a Verizon retailer, offering the latest mobile devices to our valued customers. With our extensive expertise and commitment to exceptional service, Al's Tire Mart is your trusted partner for all your automotive, entertainment, and connectivity needs.

Welcome to Al's Tire Mart, proudly serving the Effingham area since 1952. Founded by Albert Knabe with family values at heart, our legacy continues to thrive under the leadership of his sons, Tom and Mark, as well as his grandchildren, Joe and Jenny. Today, Joe and Jenny are at the helm of Al's, carrying forward the tradition established by their grandfather.

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