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• Tires are most commonly used to help in the transportation of vehicles ranging from cars and trucks to motorcycles and Airplanes.

• Fast Facts

  1. Invented by: Charles Goodyear in 1843
  2. Pneumatic tires made from elastomer material, rubber
  3. 1 Billion tires produced annually
  4. 400 tire factories in the world
  5. Top 3 companies dominate 60% of the market

• The Wheels Go Round and Round

  Tires are grouped into different classifications, which are all based upon the type of vehicle they adhere to. Most cars and light truck vehicles have seasonal tires, as well as performance tires. The weight and air pressure of the tries also help not only with balance of the tires but also with gasoline mileage. There are also spare tires or run-flat tires that have low balance, designed for only a short distance. The top three manufacturers are Goodyear, Firestone, and Michelin.

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