Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in tires and a wide range of rubber products. The company’s core business encompasses the design, development and production of passenger car tires, light truck and commercial vehicle tires, earthmover and agricultural tires, as well as specialized products for aviation and marine applications. Beyond tire manufacturing, Yokohama Rubber produces industrial hoses, conveyor belts, air springs and anti-vibration rubber components, serving sectors such as construction, mining and energy.
Founded in 1917 and headquartered in Tokyo, Yokohama Rubber built its reputation by introducing advanced tire technologies licensed from overseas partners in the early 20th century. Over the decades, it has expanded through organic growth and the establishment of production facilities across Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. The company’s global network of plants and technical centers supports regional demand and enables collaboration with original equipment manufacturers, aftermarket distributors and industrial clients.
Yokohama Rubber places strong emphasis on research and development in areas including fuel-efficient “BluEarth” tire compounds, next-generation silica technology and digital tire-monitoring systems. Its sustainability initiatives target reductions in carbon footprint and material waste, while strategic collaborations with automakers bolster its position as an original equipment supplier. The company’s shares trade on domestic exchanges in Tokyo and as an American Depositary Receipt on the OTC market under the symbol YORUY.
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