Straightaway Tire & Auto has named John Teddy as its new CEO, according to a press release.
With 15 years of experience working with retail and services brands, Teddy was most recently president of Take 5 Car Wash, and has previously served as chief commercial officer for Take 5 Oil Change in addition to other senior leadership positions.
Teddy has been credited with expanding revenue and unit count during his time at Driven Brands. In his previous roles with Home Depot and Lowe’s, he also oversaw corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and performance improvement initiatives.
“I am incredibly excited to join such a distinctive concept within independent automotive repair,” said Teddy. “Straightaway is a truly unique home for founder-led brands, supported by the benefits of a world class platform, and powered by our incredible front-line associates.”
