Based out of Chennai, Madras Rubber Factory, or more popularly known as MRF, is a top tyre manufacturer in India. MRF was established in 1946, and aside from making tyres for road-going cars, it has been actively involved in motorsport. In modern times, MRF is an OEM supplier for many car brands sold in India and international markets. MRF has a wide presence in multiple Indian cities and is known for their reliable products.
With presence in over 100 countries, and seven manufacturing facilities in India and Europe, Apollo Tyres is ranked among the leading tyre brands in India. Apollo Tyres was established in 1972 and is headquartered in Gurugram. Having acquired Vredestien, one of the oldest tyre brands in the world, Apollo Tyres now has international technology powering its manufacturing process and products.
Established in 1924, Ceat is ranked as a prominent tyre manufacturer in India. Ceat manufactures tyres for passenger cars as well as motorcycles, light and heavy commercial vehicles. Ceat tyres are commonly found as stock fitment in most cars as they are a leading OEM supplier. Ceat offers its products in over 110 countries.
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. was established in 1974 and since then, it has grown to become one of the leading tyre manufacturers in India. It is well known as an OEM supplier for passenger car tyres. JK Tyre’s range of offerings now include a mix of entry-level high-mileage tyres as well as high-performance and off-road alternatives in a wide range of sizes and for various budgets.
TThe Japanese tyre giant Bridgestone, has been in India since the past 25 years. It operates with two manufacturing facilities located in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Its tyres are available in over 50 cities in India and are retailed through over 3,000 dealers. Bridgestone has amassed immense experience in motorsport over many years, including the highest form of four-wheel racing.
American brand Goodyear was established way back in 1898. Goodyear celebrated its 100th anniversary in India in 2022, which alone tells of its presence and commendable reputation in the country. The company operates two manufacturing plants located in Ballabgarh and Aurangabad, and is a major OEM supplier for passenger cars.
The Italian tyre major has been around for 150 years with expertise in innovative tyre technologies. Pirelli is the go-to brand for high-performance tyres and is currently the sole tyre supplier for modern-day Formula One cars apart from other forms of top-tier motorsport series. Pirelli focuses on ultra-high performance tyres for both road and off-road applications.
The French tyre manufacturer has been around since 1889, and has seen great successes in motorsport. Its years of racing experience has made way for trickle down technologies to be extended to passenger car tyre range. In India, Michelin’s range of tyre offerings include affordable to high-performance options.
The Japanese tyre manufacturer was set up in 1917 as a joint venture between Yokohama Electric Cable Manufacturing Company and popular American tyre company, B.F. Goodrich. They are a well-established tyre brand in India, recommended for high-quality tyres. Their passenger car tyre offerings include options for compacts to high-performance cars.
The pioneers of grooved car tyres, Continental, has been around since 1871. In India, Continental offers a range of car and SUV tyres focused on safety and are made in India for both domestic consumption and exports.The German tyre manufacturer is a big player in Europe but only enjoys a small share in the Indian market. However, that doesn’t take away from its high-quality tyre offerings.