When buying new tires, there are many things to consider, but quality is often number one. For many people, the quality of American-made tires is important. If you want to buy tires made in the USA, most global tire makers have manufacturing facilities in America. But if you are looking for American companies, there are […]
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Who Made Bridgestone Tires: The Founder, Global Presence, Best Products
Ishibashi Shōjirō (石橋正二郎) made Bridgestone Tires by founding the company in 1931 in the Japanese city of Kurume (in the Fukuoka prefecture). Bridgestone manufactures tires for all kinds of vehicles, including sports cars, SUVs, and trucks. The name of the company comes as a translation of the founder’s family name – Ishibashi. It means “stone […]
Who Made Kumho Tires & Are They Good? 2024/2025 UTires Guide
Initially named Samyang Tire and established in 1960 in Southern Korea, today Kumho Tires is owned by Chinese Doublestar. The acquisition happened in 2018 to boost the company’s growth and liquidity. Kumho Tires has a vast presence in the U.S. thanks to a developed network of dealerships and the long presence of this tire brand […]
Tires Made in USA: American and Foreign Brands
If you are looking to buy tires made in USA, you should know that most foreign global tire manufacturers already have plants in America. In fact, there are only two genuine American brands: Goodyear and Cooper. The largest foreign tire companies with plants in the US include Michelin, Pirelli, Continental, Bridgestone, and Yokohama. However, to make […]
Are All Goodyear Tires Made in USA?
Not all Goodyear tires made in USA. The company also has plants in Canada, Germany, France, England, Poland, Luxembourg, Turkey, Brazil, Venezuela, Peru, Chile, Colombia, Thailand, Taiwan, China, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, South Africa, etc.
Who Invented Goodyear Tires: The Accidentally Discovered Technology
The man who invented Goodyear Tires was Charles Goodyear – an American self-taught chemist. In the late 19th century the rubber industry was suffering, as the demands for it were huge but it was difficult to maintain. During the so-called rubber boom, tons of raw material was imported from South America. However, in those days […]