Goodyear tires: the brand, the history, the choices

The story behind the name

Frank Seiberling founded Goodyear in Akron, Ohio, in 1898. Its early rubber products grew into a tire business with a long history in automotive transportation and racing. Airships became part of the company’s public identity in the twentieth century.

Where to start in the range

Assurance · Wrangler · Eagle

Separate Assurance passenger-car choices from Wrangler truck choices and Eagle performance choices before comparing prices. Ask the installer to quote the full product name: a family name can cover several designs and intended uses.

How does Goodyear compare?

Compare a specific model against products in the same category, preferably in the same size and test conditions. A manufacturer-wide star score would hide those differences. We summarize published specifications and buying considerations; we have not conducted instrumented road tests.

For your shortlist, verify seasonal suitability, the service description, installed cost and written warranty conditions. Check current recall information by the complete tire model and identification number.