Goodyear Tire & Rubr Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

On May 26, 2022, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) announced the launch of two new sizes in its Workhorse MSA tire line, introducing super single sizes 425/65R22.5 and 385/65R22.5. These tires are specifically designed for demanding applications in construction, logging, oil, and mining sectors. The new tires maintain the high-mileage tread features and durable construction of the existing line, enhancing toughness and retreadability. The Workhorse MSA lineup aims to provide long miles to removal, ideal for mixed service environments.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) unveiled a new sustainable formulation for its Endurance™ WHA waste haul tire at the 2022 Waste Expo. The tire now incorporates renewable soybean oil, replacing part of the petroleum-based materials. This change is part of Goodyear's commitment to eliminate petroleum-derived oils by 2040. Each new tire replaces approximately 16 ounces of petroleum oil, translating to a potential reduction of nearly 15 barrels of oil for a fleet of 500 trucks. The updated tires are available for order and will begin production in Q3 2022.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) reported a 40% increase in net sales for Q1 2022, totaling $4.9 billion, driven by the Cooper Tire merger and favorable price/mix adjustments. The company achieved a net income of $96 million and an adjusted net income of $105 million. Segment operating income was $311 million, up 38% year-over-year, despite challenges from higher raw material costs and inflation. Tire unit volumes rose 29% to 45 million. Each region showed growth, but Europe faced declining original equipment volumes.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) has announced a significant advancement in its Metro Miler G152 and G652 city transit tires by incorporating a bio-based soybean oil compound to replace petroleum-derived materials. This innovative change reduces petroleum usage by approximately 11 ounces per tire, equating to a potential reduction of 20 barrels of oil for a fleet of 1,600 buses. The new formulation aims to enhance sustainability while maintaining performance. These tires are currently in production and available for order.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) is scheduled to announce its first quarter 2022 financial results on May 6, 2022, followed by an investor conference call at 9 a.m. EDT. Investors can access financial information via their investor relations website (investor.goodyear.com). The company operates 57 facilities globally and employs about 72,000 people, focusing on innovation in tire technology.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) announced the expiration of its exchange offers for unregistered Senior Notes due 2029 and 2031, as of April 27, 2022. A total of $844.6 million in 2029 notes and $599.9 million in 2031 notes were validly tendered. This represents 99.37% and 99.98% of the respective notes outstanding. Goodyear accepted all validly tendered notes and expects to issue registered exchange notes on April 28, 2022. The press release contains forward-looking statements regarding various operational risks.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has expanded its Mastercraft® Courser portfolio with four new all-season tire models: Courser Trail, Trail HD, Quest, and Quest Plus. These tires feature improved treadwear, noise reduction, and enhanced performance for various driving conditions. The Courser Trail and Trail HD have off-road capabilities, while the Quest models focus on wet and snowy conditions. Available in multiple sizes, these tires cater to a diverse range of vehicles, enhancing Goodyear's multi-brand strategy.

Goodyear renews its sponsorship for the Goodyear 400, NASCAR's Official Throwback Weekend race, showcasing a vintage tire design from 1980-1992. The race will be held on May 8, 2022, at Darlington Raceway, marking Goodyear's 68-year partnership with NASCAR. A special 'Bring Home the Win Sweepstakes' offers fans the chance to win a throwback tire used in the race. Goodyear's continued commitment highlights its legacy in racing and tire innovation, enhancing fan engagement through nostalgic elements.

Goodyear has partnered with the U.S. Department of Defense, Air Force Research Lab, BioMADE, and Farmed Materials to create a domestic source of natural rubber from dandelions, specifically Taraxacum kok-saghyz. This multi-year program, beginning in spring 2022, aims to mitigate supply chain challenges by accelerating commercialization of this alternative rubber. Unlike traditional rubber trees, dandelions can be harvested every six months, providing a more sustainable solution for military and commercial tire production.