April 20, 2026
A feed on the latest tire and automotive industry news to keep you informed.
Forbes: Bridgestone’s Motorsport Pipeline To Greener Tires
KSN: More layoffs hit Emporia as Michelin restructures
Detroit Free Press: General Motors, Ford, Stellantis stocks up for week ending April 17
Yahoo News: Auto titans share Pope Francis podium to help the homeless
The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is the national trade association for tire manufacturers that produce tires in the U.S. Our 11 member companies operate 55 tire-related manufacturing facilities in 16 states. U.S. tire manufacturing has an annual economic footprint of $259.5 billion and is responsible for more than 329,527 U.S. jobs in manufacturing, distribution and retailing. The industry supports more than 606,477 additional U.S. jobs in supplier and induced activities, totaling more than 936,004 jobs nationwide. USTMA advances a sustainable tire manufacturing industry through thought leadership and a commitment to science based public policy advocacy. Our member company tires make mobility possible. USTMA members are committed to continuous improvement of the performance of our products, worker and consumer safety and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.USTires.org and follow us on Twitter/X @USTires.
