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PitPro’s first tire-changing robot goes live in Canada

US · 2026-09-23

Key takeaway

PitPro Automation deploys its first automated tire-changing robot at Kal Tire in Calgary.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerPitPro Automation installs its automated tire-changing system at Kal Tire, reducing manual labor needs and increasing service speed.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onUS tire shops and fleet operators observe Kal Tire's results, prompting consideration of automation to address labor shortages and lower per-job costs.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUS SMEs in tire and vehicle service see pressure to adopt automation or risk margin compression as early adopters gain a cost and throughput advantage.

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Source: TechCrunch

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