Goodyear extends NASCAR tyre supply deal through to 2017
Goodyear will continue to supply tyres for NASCAR's national touring series through 2017 after the manufacturer signed an extended agreement with the sanctioning body
The American tyre company will remain NASCAR's exclusive tyre supplier for the Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series, further extending a 57-year relationship.
"Our long-time relationship with Goodyear is a testament to the company's consistent high-quality tyre it supplies the race teams," said NASCAR's Jim O'Connell. "Not only are they experts in tyre performance, but they are also a brand that understands how to effectively engage and connect with our fans through creative activation."
Goodyear has been the sole tyre supplier for NASCAR since 1997, after last facing competition from fellow American manufacturer Hoosier in the late 1980s and mid-90s. Safety concerns and escalating costs during their rivalry led the sanctioning body to switch to a one-make tyre series.
"This extension is the continuation of a relationship between experts," said Pierre Jambon, vice president of Goodyear's off-highway business. "NASCAR is clearly the expert in stock car racing, and it has chosen Goodyear because of our expertise in delivering outstanding performance.
"Our tyre performance on the track validates our brand, inspires confidence for drivers and helps create exciting racing for fans. We are proud to continue to be an integral part of NASCAR."
NASCAR's technical relationship with Goodyear includes a number of in-season tests where they work jointly to develop tyres for every specific venue where the championships race.
Be part of the Autosport community
Join the conversationShare Or Save This Story
Montoya's memories of a lost rival and rising star
Montoya: Vettel F1 2019 issues more likely technical than mentality
Leclerc reminds ex-Ferrari president di Montezemolo of young Lauda
How rain and strategy spelled disaster for Ferrari in WEC Imola 6 Hours
Wolff: Mercedes can't just keep living off F1 ‘bright spots’
From tweaked headrests to new floors: China’s F1 updates in full
Pourchaire eager for more IndyCar after “amazing” debut in Long Beach
The ex-F1 driver taking on NASCAR with a new team
The early benefits and challenges of NASCAR's Next Gen car
How Penske's rookie sensation opened NASCAR's new era in style
Six key themes to follow in the 2022 NASCAR Cup season
Subscribe and access Autosport.com with your ad-blocker.
From Formula 1 to MotoGP we report straight from the paddock because we love our sport, just like you. In order to keep delivering our expert journalism, our website uses advertising. Still, we want to give you the opportunity to enjoy an ad-free and tracker-free website and to continue using your adblocker.
Top Comments