Mobile tyre fitting van
Fit new tyres at homes and workplaces from a van, so drivers don't have to visit a garage.
- £8k-35k
- Part-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
What it is
A van fitted with a tyre changer, balancer and compressor. You travel to customers, fit tyres bought through a wholesaler, and deal with emergency call-outs.
Your first three steps
- Get trained or work shifts at a tyre fitter to learn fitting and balancing properly
- Open trade accounts with two or three tyre wholesalers and compare their prices and delivery times
- Price up a van and mobile equipment, then set your call-out and fitting charges against local rivals
Who pays
Busy drivers, people with a flat or damaged tyre, small businesses and local garages needing extra help.
How it makes money
A fitting charge per tyre plus the mark-up on the tyre itself. Emergency and out-of-hours call-outs can be charged at a higher rate.
Skills that help
- Tyre fitting and wheel balancing
- Safe working at the roadside
- Customer service
- Basic stock and pricing management
Watch out for
- There is no specific licence for fitting tyres, but check whether you need a waste carrier registration with the Environment Agency (or the equivalent body in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland) to transport used tyres
- Public liability insurance, plus motor trade insurance and cover for your equipment and stock
- Rules on selling part-worn tyres, which have specific safety and marking requirements, so check with Trading Standards
- Used tyres are controlled waste, so check how to store and dispose of them legally, for example through a registered waste contractor
- Working at the roadside and with heavy wheels carries injury risks, so plan safe procedures
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile tyre fitting business?
Startup costs are typically around £8,000 to £35,000, depending on your van, tyre changer, balancer, compressor, stock and insurance. These are estimates, so compare equipment and vehicle options before committing.
How much can a mobile tyre fitter earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £2,500 to £12,000, depending on how many call-outs and fittings you complete, your pricing and the hours you work. Many people start at around 20 hours a week.
Do I need a licence to fit tyres from a van?
There is no specific licence for fitting tyres, but check whether you need a waste carrier registration to transport used tyres. Also check rules on part-worn tyres with Trading Standards, legal disposal of used tyres, and your insurance.
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