GOODYEAR OPENS GOODYEAR MOTOR CITY GARAGE RETAIL CONCEPT, CELEBRATES 2026 WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE WITH RARE DOUBLE-BLIMP EVENT

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Goodyear (NASDAQ:GT) is opening its first Detroit retail concept store, the Goodyear Motor City Garage, timed with the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise. Located at 3075 East Grand Blvd., the site will open to the public on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 a.m.

This special Goodyear Auto Service Center combines tire sales, vehicle service and an enthusiast-focused space highlighting Goodyear products, technology and heritage. During Dream Cruise weekend, Goodyear will feature a rare double-blimp appearance, remote-controlled mini blimps, and historic vehicles, including a 1973 Ford Mustang convertible and a 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am “Bandit.”

According to Goodyear, the concept store illustrates its transformation toward a more consumer-focused, digitally connected, retail-driven business and supports a broader 2026 portfolio revamp with about 1,500 new products planned.

Market Context

Goodyear's June 4, 2026 blimp event was followed by a -2.41% 24-hour move. That platform history pla...

Analysis

Goodyear's June 4, 2026 blimp event was followed by a -2.41% 24-hour move. That platform history places this retail-concept opening in a mixed event-response record; scheduled second-quarter results on Aug. 5 are a separate watchpoint.

Key Figures

Blimps: Two Goodyear Blimps Detroit double-blimp interval: Nearly two decades Classic and custom cars: More than 40,000 cars +4 more

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Blimps Two Goodyear Blimps 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise weekend

Detroit double-blimp interval Nearly two decades Since the previous double-blimp appearance in Detroit

Classic and custom cars More than 40,000 cars 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise

Event enthusiasts 1.5 million-plus enthusiasts 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise

Garage opening Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 a.m. Goodyear Motor City Garage public opening

Goodyear racing history 1901 Henry Ford's 999 race car

Planned product launches Approximately 1,500 new products Planned for launch in 2026

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 16 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 16	Earnings scheduling	Neutral	+2.7%	Second-quarter 2026 results and conference call dates were announced.
Jun 30	Index reclassification	Positive	-2.1%	Goodyear was scheduled to move from the S&P MidCap 400 to SmallCap 600.
Jun 04	Brand event	Neutral	-2.4%	Goodyear celebrated the blimp's 101st birthday with a music-festival-style event.
Jun 03	Lunar tire program	Positive	-1.7%	Goodyear agreed to supply lunar tires for Lunar Outpost's Pegasus vehicle.
Jun 01	Senior notes offering	Negative	-1.0%	Goodyear priced $1.05 billion of senior unsecured notes due 2032.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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Recent reactions were mixed, with several positive or neutral announcements followed by negative price reactions.

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• New Goodyear Motor City Garage in Detroit delivers car enthusiast experience around vehicle care
• Goodyear celebrates Detroit auto performance history since outfitting Henry Ford's 999 race car in 1901
• Goodyear offers Mobile Garage in Detroit — installing tires and servicing cars right in your driveway

AKRON, Ohio, and DETROIT, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise, Goodyear is opening its Goodyear Motor City Garage, its first retail concept store in Detroit. Two Goodyear Blimps will also take to the skies over the Motor City that weekend — the first double-blimp appearance in Detroit in nearly two decades — offering a bird's-eye view of one of the world's largest automotive events, featuring more than 40,000 classic and custom cars and 1.5 million-plus enthusiasts.

The Goodyear Motor City Garage will be open to the public during Dream Cruise weekend on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 a.m. Located at 3075 East Grand Blvd. in Detroit, this special Goodyear Auto Service Center showcases the company's products, technology and heritage and gives a look at the vision for the future of vehicle care.

"Some of the best vehicles in the world have been laying down Goodyear rubber in Detroit since Henry Ford put them on his 999 race car in 1901. From track to tarmac to trail, Goodyear makes tires worth bragging about, and we'll be doing just that during the Woodward Dream Cruise," said Goodyear CEO Mark Stewart. "Whether you're an enthusiast looking for ultra-high performance or just need help picking the best tires to get your SUV through the school pick-up line, we're looking to show you how easy Goodyear can make vehicle care. Detroit's car culture makes it the perfect place to showcase our new retail concept alongside our Mobile Garage service that can install tires and service your vehicle right in your driveway."

In addition to the double-blimp appearance, Goodyear will fly a new generation of remote-controlled mini blimps during Dream Cruise festivities. Additional event details, activations, blimp viewing opportunities and schedules will be announced closer to the event on Goodyear's social media channels.

The Goodyear Motor City Garage offers tires and service in an enthusiast environment   
Inspired by destination concepts such as a Starbucks Reserve Roastery or a Nike House of Innovation, the Goodyear Motor City Garage is more than a traditional tire and service location. The space is designed as a gathering spot where enthusiasts can connect with car culture, explore the latest tire technology and engage with Goodyear in a new way.

Guests can visit the Goodyear Motor City Garage for the same expert service available at other Goodyear Auto Service locations, including:

• Tire sales and installation
• Oil changes
• Alignments
• Brake service
• Battery replacement
• Free vehicle inspections
• Preventive maintenance

As a tribute to the city that helped shape American car culture, the Goodyear Motor City Garage will showcase a custom, one-of-a-kind Detroit-themed Eagle racing tire. This tire is laser-carved with a love letter to Detroit that celebrates the city's automotive heritage and Goodyear's longstanding connection to the Motor City and its auto enthusiasts. The letter concludes with "We might be from Akron, but we grew up here. Still. Always. Forever."

Goodyear displays historic vehicles during Dream Cruise weekend
At the Goodyear Motor City Garage during Woodward Dream Cruise weekend, Goodyear will display the famous 1973 Ford Mustang convertible from the opening sequence of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," courtesy of the Ford Motor Company Heritage Collection. The vehicle is equipped with Goodyear Performance Series F70/14 custom wide-tread tires with raised white letters, a factory-accurate recreation of the original equipment specification. The tires deliver unmistakable vintage performance and period-correct muscle-car presence.

Also on display from the General Motors Heritage Center and Archive is the 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am W72 "Bandit." This black-and-gold special edition was inspired by the movie, "Smokey and the Bandit," starring Sally Field and Burt Reynolds. This Trans Am originally was outfitted with Goodyear GR70/15 GM Custom Tread tires.

Additional vehicle displays and featured automotive attractions will be announced closer to the event.

Goodyear is transforming for today's driver
Goodyear has been transforming its business to meet the needs of a rapidly changing automotive landscape. That transformation includes a revamped consumer portfolio with approximately 1,500 new products planned for launch in 2026, a focus on higher-performance and larger rim-size tires, continued investment in manufacturing and modernization efforts across both the Goodyear and Cooper brands.

With its global headquarters in Akron, Ohio, Goodyear stands apart as the only major tire manufacturer headquartered in the United States and is focused on becoming the first choice for tires and service. By becoming more consumer-focused, digitally connected and retail-driven, the company is strengthening its position in the premium tire market while making tire buying and automotive services more seamless. The Goodyear Motor City Garage concept store is a real-world example of that vision.

About Goodyear Auto Service, Just Tires and Goodyear Mobile Service
Goodyear Auto Service and Just Tires stores make car care easy, offering tire sales and installation, alignments, oil changes, brakes, battery replacement and more. Whether you need a quick fix or routine maintenance, our experts help keep your vehicle running and on the road with easy-to-schedule appointments through goodyear.com or by calling the store nearest you. 

Goodyear also offers a convenient mobile installation service in 28 markets across the country, including Detroit, giving people the option to have their tires installed and serviced wherever they are.

Detroit and Goodyear's performance legacy
The Woodward Dream Cruise is widely considered the largest one-day automotive event in the world, attracting roughly 1.5 million people and more than 40,000 classic, custom and collector vehicles annually.

The Dream Cruise honors the legacy of Detroit automotive engineers and enthusiasts who once tested their vehicles by racing from stoplight to stoplight up and down Woodward Avenue. Goodyear was the original equipment supplier for many of the muscle cars and performance vehicles that helped define that era.

Goodyear's history in Detroit stretches back to the earliest days of the automobile. In the early 1900s, when Henry Ford wanted to test his vehicles through racing, one of his first calls was to Goodyear. The company's growth was closely tied to the rise of Detroit and the automakers that transformed the city into the center of the automotive world.

Woodward Avenue stretches 27 miles from downtown Detroit to Pontiac and includes America's first concrete-paved mile—where millions of Goodyear tires have left their mark over the years.

About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate

CONTACT:
KELLY MCGLUMPHY
KELLY_MCGLUMPHY@GOODYEAR.COM

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FAQ

What is the Goodyear Motor City Garage retail concept in Detroit for GT investors?

The Goodyear Motor City Garage is a Detroit concept store combining tire sales, service, and car-culture experiences. According to Goodyear, it showcases products, technology and heritage while illustrating the company’s strategy to become more consumer-focused, digitally connected and retail-driven in the premium tire market.

When does the Goodyear Motor City Garage open for the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise?

The Goodyear Motor City Garage opens to the public during the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 a.m.. According to Goodyear, the location at 3075 East Grand Blvd. in Detroit will offer full auto service and enthusiast-focused experiences.

What services will the Goodyear Motor City Garage in Detroit offer customers?

The Goodyear Motor City Garage will provide typical Goodyear Auto Service offerings, including tire sales and installation, oil changes, alignments, brake service, battery replacement, free vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance. According to Goodyear, these services are delivered in an enthusiast-oriented environment tied to Detroit’s car culture.

What is special about Goodyear’s double-blimp event at the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise?

Goodyear plans a rare double-blimp appearance over Detroit during the 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise, its first in nearly two decades. According to Goodyear, two full-size blimps and new remote-controlled mini blimps will provide aerial views and added brand visibility during the large automotive event.

Which historic vehicles will Goodyear display at the Motor City Garage during Dream Cruise weekend?

Goodyear will display a 1973 Ford Mustang convertible from The Mary Tyler Moore Show opening sequence and a 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am W72 “Bandit.” According to Goodyear, both vehicles feature Goodyear tires reflecting period-correct performance and the company’s historic ties to American car culture.

How does the Motor City Garage fit into Goodyear’s 2026 product and transformation plans (GT)?

The Motor City Garage is described as a real-world example of Goodyear’s strategy to be more consumer-focused and retail-driven. According to Goodyear, its broader 2026 transformation includes a revamped portfolio with approximately 1,500 new products, plus continued investment in manufacturing and modernization.

Does Goodyear offer Mobile Garage tire and service options in Detroit?

Yes. According to Goodyear, its Mobile Garage service in Detroit can install tires and service vehicles directly in customers’ driveways. This complements the Motor City Garage concept by extending convenience-focused, on-site vehicle care beyond the physical retail location for local drivers and enthusiasts.