“This tyre is a first for our plant the appointed Wrangler is an additional size to the lineup produced at Goodyear’s plant in Uitenhage,” said Norman Newcombe, Goodyear’s national manager, original equipment. “It has come at a substantial investment in equipment and in training. In fact, the local manufacturing process incorporates the world’s most advanced technology.
“Goodyear South Africa’s factory in Uitenhage is one of only two plants in the world to manufacture this tyre,” continued Newcombe, “the P265/R16 Wrangler RT/S, and we are thrilled that our tire has been selected.”