Blue, Yellow and Green Everywhere: Chapel Hill Tire's Commitment to Sustainability

Have you ever noticed that the roof of Chapel Hill Tire Woodcroft Service Center is green?

No, we are not talking about paint. We are referring to a different kind of greenery, the one that accompanies a space filled with abundant flora. The automotive industry often has a negative impact on the environment, but Chapel Hill Tire is working to offset automotive carbon emissions in several ways.

Woodcroft's rooftop garden has plants that bloom all year round, so passers-by will delight him all year round. It provides store insulation, reducing overall energy costs. And it symbolizes the commitment to sustainable business practices that sets Chapel Hill Tire apart from the competition.

Sustainability helped a small service center in North Carolina receive the 2012 Top Shop Award from Tire Review magazine. As it turns out, the Triangle community wants the environment to go hand in hand with efficient service, and Chapel Hill Tire delivers on that. We received our Green Plus certification from The Redwoods Group Foundation, a North Carolina advocacy group dedicated to educating small businesses about sustainability.

We have achieved several "first" results on the path to sustainable development. We were the first auto repair shop in the Triangle to offer lead-free wheel weights. Our work reflects the fact that we want to be part of the effort to prevent this very common pollutant from entering our industry and environment. And we were the first independent hybrid repair center in Triangle, doing our part to ensure that this valuable new technology thrives.

As our world moves further into the 21st century, sustainable business practices will become more and more important. For Chapel Hill Tire, sustainability is not just a trend, it is the foundation of our company. So much so that it took root on our roof. You must come and see it with your own eyes! Book an appointment with Chapel Hill Tire today for expert service from a sustainable mechanic!

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