Due to the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Yokohama Corporation of North America (YCNA) announced April 3 it is temporarily suspending production at its plant in Salem, Virginia.
The controlled shutdown at Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia (YTMV) went into effect on April 5 and is expected to last for two weeks.
YTMV produces passenger and light truck tires. The company says several preventative measures to help stem the spread of COVID-19 are in effect at all company facilities.
Yokohama says its supply position remains strong with no forecasted disruptions in the company’s ability to serve customers.