The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, founded in 1898 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, is a leading global tire manufacturer. The company develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells a wide range of tires and related products for various applications, including automobiles, trucks, buses, aircraft, motorcycles, and industrial equipment. Its product portfolio includes well-known brands such as Goodyear, Dunlop, Kelly, and several others. Goodyear also provides tire retreading services, sells tread rubber and maintenance materials, and offers automotive and commercial truck repair services. The company operates approximately 1,000 retail outlets worldwide and distributes its products through a network of independent dealers and regional distributors across multiple geographic regions, including the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific.

Johann Finkelmeier

Vice President and General Manager OE NA Consumer Tires

Stephen McClellan

President

Frank Seiberling

Co-Founder

Mark Stewart

President and CEO

8 past transactions

Autofleet

Series B in 2021
Autofleet Ltd. operates a platform designed for car rental services, focusing on optimizing fleet management and mobility solutions. Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company utilizes advanced machine learning algorithms for real-time demand prediction, dynamic pricing, and automated fleet management. By partnering with rental companies, car-sharing platforms, public transportation operators, and other stakeholders, Autofleet aims to create a sustainable Vehicle as a Service model that offers an adaptable supply of vehicles to meet diverse demand. Its platform facilitates the aggregation of demand and the control of supply, enabling fleet managers to enhance utilization, maximize revenues, and reduce downtime while launching innovative on-demand mobility services.

Cooper Tire & Rubber

Acquisition in 2021
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company is a manufacturer and marketer of replacement tires, operating globally in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1914 and headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, the company specializes in the design, production, and sale of various tire types, including those for passenger cars, light trucks, and motorcycles, as well as truck and bus radial tires. Cooper's operations are divided into two segments: North American Tire Operations, which primarily serves the U.S. replacement market, and International Tire Operations, which includes manufacturing facilities in the United Kingdom, Serbia, and China. The company distributes its products through independent tire dealers, wholesale distributors, retail chains, and directly to consumers via owned retail stores. In addition to tires, Cooper Tire also offers tire retread materials, catering to a diverse range of automotive needs.

Envoy Technologies

Series A in 2020
Envoy Technologies Inc. specializes in electric vehicle-sharing services, offering a range of vehicles including luxury cars and two-wheelers for multifamily residences, workplaces, and hotels. The company enhances tenant and guest experiences by providing a comprehensive Mobility as an Amenity™ platform, which includes vehicle reservation technology, driver insurance, fleet maintenance, and electric vehicle charging solutions. Envoy operates in locations such as California and New York, catering to apartments, student housing, office campuses, co-working spaces, hotels, and municipalities. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Culver City, California, Envoy Technologies focuses on delivering innovative onsite mobility services, ensuring a seamless experience for users through customer support, fleet insurance, and on-site training.

Raben

Acquisition in 2019
Raben Tire Co., LLC is an automotive service provider based in Evansville, Indiana, established in 1952. The company operates over 33 stores and offers a range of services, including air conditioning, alignment, brakes, shocks and struts, oil changes, and preventive maintenance. Additionally, Raben specializes in the distribution of both new and retreaded tires, catering to retail, commercial, and wholesale customers. Their services extend to various vehicle types, such as passenger cars, light trucks, farm vehicles, heavy trucks, and industrial equipment, ensuring a comprehensive approach to automotive care. As of December 2019, Raben Tire Co. operates as a subsidiary of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

Ventech Systems

Acquisition in 2017
VENTECH Systems GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Dorsten, Germany, specializes in the design and development of stationary tire monitoring systems. The company is recognized as the world market leader in this field, offering a fully automated tire inspection technology that efficiently measures tire pressure, tread depth, and vehicle weight for various vehicles, including buses, trucks, and cars. This innovative solution helps clients enhance safety, reduce operational costs, and save time. In addition to its core product offerings, VENTECH Systems provides technical support and consulting services to further assist its customers. As of November 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Goodyear Proactive Solutions.

Nippon Giant Tire

Acquisition in 2012
Nippon Giant Tire is a manufacturer based in Hyogo, Japan, specializing in off-the-road tires. The company produces a range of tires specifically designed for rigid haulage vehicles and wheel loader vehicles, catering to the needs of heavy cargo-carrying operations. With a focus on durability and performance, Nippon Giant Tire serves industries that require reliable tire solutions for challenging environments.

South Pacific Tyres

Acquisition in 2006
South Pacific Tyres

Celeron Corporation

Acquisition in 1983
Celeron develops, discovers and produces natural, gas and Goodyear is a major user of natural gas for synthetic rubber,'' he said. ''Two, Goodyear has for a long time been interested in diversifying its business away from the automotive cycle and a heavy sensitivity to the energy cycle.
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