by Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow — What defines a Christmas gift? Really, there are no boundaries. The perfect gift is one that makes the person on the receiving end happy.

This Christmas, Federal Tire and Service, Inc. at 323 North Washington is offering two special promotions to save you money this Christmas season.

Co-owners Gerald and Jeannette Gilkey

• Purchase four standard oil changes (house filter and up to five quarts of house oil) for the low price of $100 – that’s $36 off our already low price. If you compare to other locations you could save up to $120 by shopping with Federal Tire.
• Bring in your church bulletin from the previous week’s worship services and receive a discount. With that discount you could purchase a new saw or snow blower for a special friend or yourself! It can also be used on tire purchases and automotive repairs.

Gerald and Jeannette Gilkey purchased Federal Tire in 2012. Since that time the business has evolved into more than an automotive shop with the addition of a full line of Husqvarna products and lawn equipment repair. They also sell and install truck accessories.

The Gilkeys feel blessed to have a great team that shares their desire to provide outstanding customer service and do the “right thing”. Joe Coffee, manager and small engine mechanic, and Ken Creamer, lead mechnanic, bring a combined 60+ years of experience to the table. Stacy Davis, the newest member of the team, has taken on a variety of tasks – everything from “manning” the front counter to promoting specials on Facebook and providing fresh cinnamon rolls on Wednesdays. 

Federal Tire and Service works with customers in various ways. On the Lawn & Garden side, financing is available for those who qualify and discounts are available to Government and non-profit entities. Pick-up and delivery in Wellington is available for both automotive and small engine repair.

The team at Federal Tire is continually evaluating their one-of-a-kind services and the needs of Wellington, Sumner County and the surrounding areas. Current offerings include the following, but the Gilkeys hope to add additional items in the future.

• Tires & wheels
• Automotive Repair and Maintenance – Brakes, Clutches, Engine Repair, Transmissions, Radiator Flushing, and more
• Small engine repair & maintenance (saws, mowers, trimmers, 4-wheelers, go-carts, etc.)
• Chain saw sharpening
• Husqvarna Lawn & Garden Equipment (residential snow blowers, saws, mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers; specialty and commercial lawn equipment)
• Truck accessories

Stop in to Federal Tire and Service and check out these offerings.

Store hours: Federal Tire and Service is open 8 to 5 Monday through Friday and 8 to 12 on Saturdays. Special appointments are also available.

Contact them: Just call 620-326-5512 or email them at fedtire@sutv.com to set appointments. Be sure to like them on Facebook to stay informed of their special promotions.