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Midway Tire & Auto

Midway Tire & Auto is continuing its tradition of trusted service in Lee County under new ownership, as business partners Ryan and Charlie take the reins and look toward the future.

Though new to ownership, Ryan and Charlie are not new to leadership or service. The two first met in 2014 through mutual friends and later reconnected through their shared service in the U.S. Army and work together on their local Homeowners Association board. Over the course of several years working side by side, they developed a shared vision for business ownership and recognized a complementary set of skills that made partnership a natural next step.

In early 2025, they began a focused search to acquire a small business with strong community roots. They found that opportunity in early September with Midway Tire & Auto, a well-established shop with a loyal customer base and a reputation for honest, dependable work. Although impacts from the government shutdown delayed their acquisition, they officially took ownership in December.

Ryan brings more than 22 years of military experience in the U.S. Army, where he served in a wide range of leadership and operational roles. Now serving as a Department of the Army Civilian, he continues to apply those skills in support of national service. With a degree in Business Administration focused on Entrepreneurship, Ryan is driven to improve systems, develop teams, and create operational excellence. At Midway, he focuses on daily operations and ensuring the shop runs efficiently while supporting the technicians and staff.

Charlie, an active duty Infantry Officer with over 15 years of Army service, brings a foundation in engineering management and mathematics, having earned his graduate degree from Johns Hopkins University. His experience centers on organizational leadership, problem-solving, and strategic growth. At Midway, he focuses on financial management and long-term planning to help position the business for sustainable growth.

Together, the two owners emphasize a shared philosophy shaped by their military experience: people come first. Their approach centers on valuing both their team and their customers as the foundation of the business.

Since acquiring the business, Ryan and Charlie have taken a measured approach—focusing first on strengthening internal systems, improving consistency, and supporting their team. Rather than making sweeping changes, their priority has been to build on what already works while positioning the shop for long-term success. As part of these efforts, they recently completed a full remodel of the front office and waiting area.

Customers can expect the same core values Midway has long been known for: honest communication, quality workmanship, and fair, transparent pricing.

Looking ahead, the owners plan to gradually expand services and capabilities while continuing to invest in their team and facility. Future plans include offering accessories and customization work, with a long-term vision of growing Midway into a business that continues to serve the community for years to come.

The new ownership remains committed to honoring the strong foundation built before them while continuing to improve and evolve the business. Midway Tire and Auto remains dedicated to serving drivers across Lee County with reliable automotive repair and maintenance. Ryan and Charlie encourage both longtime customers and new members of the community to stop by, meet the team, and be part of the next chapter.