Cooper

Cooper Tire & Rubber Company is an American tire manufacturer specializing in the design, manufacture, and marketing of replacement automobile and truck tires. With a proud heritage dating back to 1914, when brothers-in-law John F. Schaefer and Claude E. Hart formed a company to produce tire patches, tire cement, and tire repair kits, Cooper has evolved into one of the most trusted names in the tire industry.

A Legacy Built on the Cooper Creed

In 1926, Ira J. Cooper developed the "Cooper Creed" which focused the company on providing good merchandise, fair play, and a square deal. This philosophy has guided the company through more than a century of innovation and growth. With headquarters in Findlay, Ohio, Cooper Tire has 60 manufacturing, sales, distribution, technical, and design facilities within its worldwide family of subsidiary companies, including the UK-based Avon Tyres brand. In February 2021, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company acquired Cooper Tire for about $2.8 billion, with the transaction closing in June 2021.

Innovation and Technology

Cooper Tires is best known for its budget mindfulness, but also receives recognition for intelligent technology usage in its tread patents and tire construction, relying on relatively simple but well-proven underpinnings for tire structure while adding innovative tread designs and compounds to improve performance. The Cooper "Armored Cord" innovation became well-known in the industry and gave the company a competitive advantage, establishing a tradition of engineering excellence that continues today.

The company is known for its high-quality light truck tires, passenger car tires, performance tires, winter tires, and commercial tires. Whether you're looking for all-season dependability, off-road capability, or winter weather confidence, Cooper's extensive product lineup addresses diverse driving needs with a focus on real-world performance.

Manufacturing Excellence

While Cooper is one of the many tire brands that are manufactured in America with plants in Findlay, Ohio; Tupelo, Mississippi, and Texarkana, Arkansas, the company also has non-U.S. factories located in San Luis Potosí, Mexico; Hangzhou, China, and Kruševac, Serbia. This global manufacturing footprint ensures quality products reach customers worldwide while maintaining the company's commitment to American manufacturing heritage.

Reputation for Value and Reliability

Cooper is recognized throughout the tire industry for its reliable production qualities and excellent value. Cooper Tires are among the top five tire brands by sales volume currently sold in the United States, reflecting consumer confidence in the brand's combination of performance and affordability. Cooper Tires can now be found as the original equipment (OEM) tire on many vehicle brands, including Ford, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz, demonstrating the trust that automotive manufacturers place in Cooper's quality and engineering.

Comprehensive Tire Solutions

Cooper's commitment to serving every driver is evident in their comprehensive range of tires designed for passenger vehicles, light trucks, SUVs, and commercial applications. From daily commuting to weekend adventures, Cooper delivers dependable traction, comfortable ride quality, and long-lasting treadwear. The brand continues to invest in research and development, ensuring that each tire model incorporates the latest advances in rubber compounds, tread design, and construction technology to meet the evolving demands of modern vehicles and driving conditions.