Flat repairs now constitute over 10 percent of all service visits across their Northeast locations, the highest ratio of any U.S. region
White Plains, N.Y.—While tire repairs are on the rise nationwide, drivers in the Northeast region are bearing the brunt of the impact, leading the nation in tire-related repair frequency per location according to newly released data from Mavis Tire & Brakes.
The contributing factors point to a combination of seasonal road damage, freeze-thaw cycles, and aging roads. Mavis Tire shops in the Northeast are seeing 60% more flat tire repairs per location compared to their counterparts in the South and West.
Flat repairs now constitute over 10 percent of all service visits across their Northeast locations, the highest ratio of any U.S. region.
Mavis locations in the South and West are also experiencing faster year-over-year growth in flat repairs, up 7.5% from the year prior. However, the magnitude of the problem in the Northeast suggests a more prevalent issue.
According to the annual “States with the worst (and best) roads” analysis from Consumer Affairs, several Northeast states appear on the “worst” list for percentage of urban and rural roads in poor condition. A handful of these states have consistently appeared on this list for the last few years.
The American Society of Civil Engineer’s (ASCE) 2025 infrastructure report card estimates that drivers spend $130 billion each year on extra vehicle repairs and operating costs because of deteriorating roads. The same report indicates that 39% of major roads in the U.S. are in poor or mediocre condition.
The increased prevalence of flat repairs is also creating a broader shift in consumer behavior. Rather than facing the higher cost of a full tire replacement, many drivers are opting for the more cost-effective flat patch and repair when possible.
Key insights from Mavis’s 2024 service data include:
- Mavis shops in the Northeast handle approximately 1.6 times the volume of flat tire repairs per location compared to shops in the Southern and Western U.S.
- Flat repairs represent over 10% of all service visits in the Northeast, underscoring the prevalence of this problem for regional drivers.
- The consistent, high volume in the Northeast highlights that severe road conditions and winter damage is, and will, continue to be top contributors to tire issues.
- This data on tire repairs suggests that drivers are being proactive in addressing tire damage as it occurs rather than deferring service, which can lead to more expensive repairs or unsafe driving situations down the line.
This data serves as a compelling and concrete illustration of how aging roads are translating directly into increased car maintenance costs for American families, particularly those in the Northeast. Combined with harsh weather conditions, this all but guarantees that pothole season will continue its relentless assault on our cars. Mavis is and has always been committed to providing dependable and affordable solutions to keep drivers safely on the road.
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