Yokohama Rubber Co. Bolsters Global Position with Strategic Acquisition of Goodyear's Off-The-Road Tire Business
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 24, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 24, 2024 – Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (YRC) today announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Off-The-Road (OTR) tire business of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company for US$905 million. This strategic move significantly expands YRC's global footprint and reinforces its commitment to growth in the thriving off-highway tire sector.
A Strategic Move to Drive Growth
The acquisition aligns seamlessly with YRC's ambitious Yokohama Transformation 2026 (YX2026) medium-term management plan, which identifies off-highway tires as a key growth driver. By integrating Goodyear's well-established OTR business, YRC gains immediate access to a wider range of products, technologies, and expertise, enabling it to better serve a diverse array of industrial customers.
Expanding Market Reach and Product Portfolio