OK Tire of Baden, Ont. has been named the 2025 Commercial Store of the Year by OK Tire, recognized during the company’s annual conference held in Cancun, Mexico. The award honors a dealer that exemplifies exceptional service, community commitment, and OK Tire’s brand values.
“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition,” said Paul Knarr, co-owner of OK Tire Baden, Canada’s tire and auto service retailer, in a news release. “This award is a testament to our team’s hard work and wonderful customers who continue supporting us. We remain committed to serving the community we call home with the highest standards.”
Founded in 1994 by Clayton Knarr and his son Paul, the Baden location has earned a reputation for ‘top-notch service and personalized solutions’ to large fleet customers, the release says, adding that store’s emphasis on personalized fleet support and long-term customer relationships has been central to its success.
Previously named OK Tire’s Central Regional Store of the Year in 2018, the store supports local initiatives, including the Optimist Club and the local recreation complex, reinforcing its role as a trusted community partner.
“OK Tire Baden has been an integral part of the OK Tire Family since 1994, and their commitment to excellence is evident in everything they do,” added Shane Butner, director of marketing and communications. “The expertise and dedication of their sales team are a driving force behind their reputation in the commercial sector.”
