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American vs. Foreign Tire Brands: Which Offers the Best Tires Made in USA?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

While America may not be the birthplace of the automobile, it undeniably shaped the culture around it and the modern car industry. For the better part of the automobile’s history, the U.S. was the most prominent car market and the dominant exporter of vehicles. As a result, automotive and related industries, including tire companies, form a vital part of the U.S. economy.<\/span> According to the U.S. Tire Manufacturing Association<\/a>, the tire industry supports over 291,000 jobs and produces an economic footprint of over $170 billion. Incredible numbers, indeed. But how much do you know about American tire brands and the foreign brands manufactured in the U.S.? Let’s get you up to speed.<\/span><\/p>\n

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History Of Automotive Tire Production In America<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

But first, a short history lesson. The first inflatable rubber tires were developed in the 19th century, but it was in 1888 that John Boyd<\/span> Dunlop<\/a> in Belfast created the first automotive tire. If his name sounds familiar, it’s because it became one of the biggest tire brands in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 1896, <\/span>BF Goodrich<\/a> introduced the first American-made inflatable pneumatic. By the early 20th century, it became one of the biggest tire manufacturers in the world. BF Goodrich’s success inspired other companies to offer similar products, including one of its biggest competitors,<\/span> Goodyear<\/a>, in 1898 and<\/span> Firestone<\/a>, in 1900. As one of the most defining inventions of the modern era, the automobile has inspired a thriving sub-industry.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Biggest American Tire Brands<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Numerous tire companies were established in the U.S over the years, but only a handful survived the recessions and market changes. Here are the top five biggest American tire brands:<\/span><\/p>\n

1) Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n