Private equity firm Bertram Capital has backed Left Lane in its acquisition of Don Foshay's Discount Tire & Alignment, a regional automotive service chain. The deal expands Left Lane's footprint in the tire retail and automotive service sector, building on its existing platform headquartered in Champaign, Illinois. This marks another strategic move for Bertram Capital to consolidate fragmented automotive service businesses.

Left Lane has been actively pursuing growth through acquisitions, positioning itself as a national player in the tire and auto repair market. The acquisition of Don Foshay's, a well-established local brand, adds to Left Lane's portfolio of service centers and enhances its geographic reach. While financial terms were not disclosed, the deal reflects ongoing consolidation trends in the automotive aftermarket industry, where private equity firms are targeting regional operators for roll-up strategies.

This acquisition underscores the continued interest in automotive service platforms as recession-resistant businesses with stable cash flows. For Left Lane, adding Don Foshay's strengthens its competitive position against larger national chains while maintaining a local presence. The deal also highlights Bertram Capital's strategy of backing platforms with strong regional brands that can be scaled through add-on acquisitions.