Goodyear sees itself in prime position to capitalize on Trump auto tariffs

A detailed view of lug nuts laid out on Goodyear Eagle racing tyres along pit road. (Credit: David Taylor—Allsport/Getty Images)

• The largest U.S. manufacturer of tires for car companies and the consumer replacement market believes its heavy North American footprint makes it ideally placed to outcompete its foreign peers like Michelin, Bridgestone and Continental. "Goodyear’s U.S. tariff exposure equates to about one quarter of the average for the industry," its finance chief told investors.

Goodyear Tire and Rubber, the largest tire supplier in the United States, believes its strong North American production footprint will help it outperform its three main competitors.