We've created 13 new jobs after investing £500,000 in our tyre business
A Durham-headquartered tyre business has created 13 jobs after investing £500,000 into its team and infrastructure.
NB Tyres, which has branches including Birtley, has completed the major investment programme with the aim of expanding its North East operations, improving service for local motorists and businesses across the region.
The investment, carried out over the past twelve months, has enabled NB Tyres to open two new service centres in Newcastle and Middlesbrough, expand its mobile servicing fleet, and centralise operations at its head office in Durham.
These improvements are designed to reduce waiting times, increase coverage and responsiveness, and ensure drivers receive faster, more efficient service across the region.
The company employs more than 50 staff, including 13 new permanent roles that have been created across service, management, and operational functions.
James Bowman, director, NB Tyres, said: "Our investment throughout 2025 has been about building the foundations for sustainable growth here in the North East. By expanding our team, fleet and infrastructure, we can operate at a larger scale while maintaining the high service levels our customers expect. Creating new roles locally is also an important part of our commitment to the region."
Guy Wilks, director, NB Tyres, added: "Being an independent provider allows us to tailor services to the needs of local businesses and motorists. With our expanded team and fleet, we now have the scale and capability to support every type of customer across the North East. With these new service centres and our centralised operations in Durham, NB Tyres is well positioned to continue growing and contributing to the regional economy in 2026 and beyond."