Tire Shop & Auto Repair in Ponderay, ID 83852

865 Hawthorne Ave Ponderay, ID 83852-8200

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Opens Tomorrow at 8:00 AM


Big Brand Tire & Service

Ponderay - Hawthorne Ave

Store Hours

Mon:
8:00AM - 6:00PM
Tue:
8:00AM - 6:00PM
Wed:
8:00AM - 6:00PM
Thu:
8:00AM - 6:00PM
Fri:
8:00AM - 6:00PM
Sat:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun:
Closed

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Big Brand Tire & Service Location at 865 Hawthorne Ave Ponderay, ID 83852-8200 Store Front
Formerly Elite Tire & Suspension
Formerly known as

Elite Tire & Suspension is now Big Brand Tire & Service

If you knew this Ponderay location as Elite Tire & Suspension, you’re in the right place. It’s now Big Brand Tire & Service, part of a trusted network of 171 stores across 15 states. You can still count on friendly local service, and we can access available service history and warranty records from the former brand. Whether you need shop tires or schedule service, we’re here to help.

About Big Brand Tire & Service Ponderay - Hawthorne Ave

At Big Brand Tire & Service in Ponderay at 865 Hawthorne Ave, local drivers in Bonner County can count on a true tire shop just minutes from the US-95 and Kootenai Cutoff area. Formerly known as Elite Tire & Suspension, this location is now Big Brand Tire & Service, with tire experts ready to help you shop tires now or call this location for fast answers.

If you’re searching for tires near me in Ponderay, this store offers thousands of tires for cars, trucks, and SUVs, including Michelin, Goodyear, Bridgestone, and Cascade. From seasonal replacements to everyday commuting needs around the Sandpoint-Ponderay area, the team can guide you to the right fit and help with same-day appointment availability when schedules allow.

Beyond tires, this Ponderay auto service shop also handles wheel alignment, brake repair, and oil change, along with flat tire repair, tire rotation, and TPMS service. Local customers appreciate fast, friendly service and trust Big Brand Tire & Service in Ponderay for honest recommendations that help keep their vehicles ready for North Idaho roads.

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Formerly Known As FAQ


Yes. This Ponderay store became part of Big Brand Tire & Service through an acquisition. That means the former Elite Tire & Suspension location now serves customers under the Big Brand name, with the same focus on helpful local service and convenient options to schedule service.

Elite Tire & Suspension in Ponderay is now Big Brand Tire & Service. The name on the building and website changed, but the location continues serving local drivers. You can still visit this store for tire and auto care needs, including shop tires and other auto services.

Yes. Warranties transfer, and Big Brand Tire & Service has access to available service history and warranty records from Elite Tire & Suspension. If you have questions about past work or coverage, our team can help review what’s available when you schedule service.

Yes, in most cases you’ll see the same friendly local team. These acquisitions are handled with continuity in mind, and employees are not fired or replaced as part of the transition. That helps keep the experience familiar for customers who have trusted this Ponderay store over the years.

You can expect the same local care, plus support from a larger brand with 171 stores in 15 states. That means help with everyday maintenance, repairs, and tires, along with easy ways to find nearby stores, shop tires, or schedule service.

Customer Reviews for Big Brand Tire & Service Ponderay - Hawthorne Ave

See what customers are saying about their experience at this location.

4.9

Average rating out of 5

420

Total customer reviews

366

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Mike Jacob

September 9, 2026

Google

Very friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Their staff was very professional, I would definitely recommend!

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Michelle Davis

September 9, 2026

Google

Very pleasant environment! Was in and out. Would definitely recommend.

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Brad Woyke

September 4, 2026

Google

Went to Big Brand in Ponderay this morning, to have my lift checked out. They inspected everything and did an alignment check free of charge! Highly recommend, great people!

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Olivia Tauvinkl

September 3, 2026

Google

Ryan was amazing when I came in with a severe flat tire that I thought would need to be fully replaced, he got me in right away and managed to patch it up and I was in and out within an hour! Always a great experience.

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Mike McGinley

September 3, 2026

Google

Very friendly and helpful. Came through Sandpoint on our way home to Colorado with a valve stem leak on the inside rear dually on our RV. These guys got us in quick and back on the road in no time for no charge.

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Richard Stiltz

September 3, 2026

Google

Love the new place easy to pull in and out the staff are so friendly and helpful ,Always there to help in any way. All my company trucks get new tires there.

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Carmen Hoskinds

September 2, 2026

Google

Honest, fair and goes above and beyond every time I've been in.

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Emma Dotta

August 27, 2026

Google

Super pleasant to work with and did a good job.

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Steve Reed

August 26, 2026

Google

Best tire shop around. Ryan will.make sure its done right. Leveling kit Falken Wildpeak with Rims.

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Zeff Khan

August 22, 2026

Google

I cannot say enough good things about the extraordinary service I received from Brad Kedish, Dan, and Gerin at Big Brand Tire & Service in Ponderay. On Saturday, June 13, I was driving cross-country from Seattle to Fairfax, Virginia, when I suffered a tire blowout near Ponderay at approximately 4:30 PM—just 30 minutes before closing. As a retired Naval Officer, I am accustomed to planning around timelines and contingencies, but this was a difficult situation. I had to reach Virginia by June 19 and had hotel reservations scheduled throughout the trip. Losing an entire weekend waiting for a tire could have disrupted the remainder of our journey. The moment Assistant Manager Brad Kedish heard my predicament, he went into action. My Mercedes requires an unusual 265/35 R18 rear tire, which they did not have in stock. Brad called other businesses trying to locate one, but none was available. The apparent solution was to remain in Ponderay until a tire could be shipped on Monday. Brad, however, wasn't satisfied with simply telling me there was nothing more he could do. He searched his inventory looking for a safe solution that would get me back on the road without compromising the vehicle or installing something he considered unsafe. He eventually found tires matching the size I had on the front that could safely get me back on the road and allow me to continue my trip. What impressed me just as much was the integrity with which they handled the situation. I was a stranded traveler with very few options, and it would have been easy to take advantage of the circumstances. Instead, Brad treated me fairly and even provided a military discount. With the assistance of Dan and Gerin, they completed everything and had me back on the road by 4:56 PM—four minutes before closing. All three gentlemen were exceptionally professional, courteous, resourceful, compassionate, honest, and genuinely determined to help. They turned what could have been a trip-altering problem into a remarkable example of customer service. Throughout my Navy career, I have learned that true professionalism and character reveal themselves when the pressure is on, time is limited, and the easy solution is not necessarily the right one. Brad, Dan, and Gerin demonstrated those qualities that afternoon through their integrity, resourcefulness, teamwork, and genuine commitment to helping a customer in need. Their actions exemplified customer service at its absolute best. Big Brand Tire & Service should be extremely proud to have these three gentlemen representing the company. They have my highest possible recommendation and a very well-deserved five stars.