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TechCrunch · September 23, 2026 · On the brief until October 7, 2026

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

Mechanical EngineeringRoboticsOperations
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Locating lug nuts and tracking tires with sensor data

PitPro Automation installed its first automated tire-changing system at a Kal Tire shop in Alberta. The dual-robot system uses sensors and robotic arms to replace four tires in under 15 minutes. This setup lets shops automate heavy manual tasks while keeping bays open for regular mechanical work.

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Field deployments force engineers to adapt precision sensor systems to open-bay environments filled with dust, weather, and debris.

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