Westlake Tire

Westlake Tire is one of China's largest tire manufacturers and a rapidly growing player in the global tire industry. The company specializes in producing affordable, quality tires for various vehicle types and driving conditions, serving both original equipment manufacturers and replacement tire markets.

In 2026, Westlake Tire continues to operate as part of Hangzhou Zhongce Rubber Co., Ltd. (SSE: 603049), China's largest manufacturer of automotive tires. The company began as the Hangzhou Rubber Factory in 1958 and has grown to become a Top 10 global tire company based in Hangzhou, China. Westlake is one of several tyre brands produced by the company, which also includes Chaoyang, Goodride, Arisun, and Trazano. In 2011, the company was the tenth largest tyre maker in the world, with $4.26 billion worth of sales, demonstrating its significant global presence and market position.

Westlake Tire was introduced in 1995 as a brand created specifically for the international market, designed based on demand from international markets and providing a wider variety of products including PCR (Passenger Car Radial), TBR (Truck and Bus Radial), OTR (Off-The-Road), agricultural tires and more. The Westlake brand covers all product lines and brings customers comprehensive tire solutions across various vehicle categories. In 2015, Zenises announced the launch of its new Westlake retail network in Spain and Portugal, expanding the brand's European presence and distribution capabilities.

On June 5, 2025, Hangzhou Zhongce Rubber debuted on the Shanghai Stock Exchange after raising approximately 4.07 billion yuan in its IPO, marking a significant milestone in the company's development and providing access to capital markets for future growth and expansion. Westlake Tire continues to deliver uncompromising commitment to a perfect balance in their tires—performance, value, and quality—serving savvy consumers looking for everyday value with an expansive line that covers Passenger, Performance, Light Truck, SUV, and CUV applications, all created by one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world.

Tireco, Inc. is headquartered in Gardena, California with an extensive network of national dealer/distributors and operates one of the country's largest tire warehouses located in Fontana, California. The company is dedicated to providing dealers with exceptional service and quality products at outstanding value, strengthening Westlake Tire's presence in the North American market. Westlake maintains significant research and development operations focused on tire technology, safety, and performance innovations, committed to developing innovative tire solutions that enhance vehicle safety, fuel efficiency, and driving comfort at competitive prices.

The company operates manufacturing facilities across multiple countries including China, United States, Thailand, and Vietnam, serving markets worldwide. Westlake Tire's global manufacturing footprint and distribution network allow it to serve diverse markets while maintaining quality standards and competitive pricing across its extensive product range, which includes passenger car tires, commercial vehicle tires, light truck tires, specialty tires, and industrial tires for various driving conditions and vehicle types.