Historical Events tagged with "goodyear"

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Economics & Industry

Goodyear Tire Company Established in Ohio

August 29th, 1898 126 years ago

The Goodyear Tire Company was founded in Akron, Ohio, by Charles Goodyear, marking a significant milestone in the tire manufacturing industry. This company specialized in producing tires for various types of vehicles, thus contributing to the booming automotive industry of the early 20th century. Akron became a hub for tire manufacturing, with the establishment of Goodyear setting the stage for future advancements in tire technology and expansion of the automotive market across the United States.

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