Goodyear extends suspension until further notice

Goodyear extends suspension until further notice

In light of the ongoing decline in market demand resulting from the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the Americas region, Goodyear says it is extending the temporary suspension of operations at all Americas manufacturing plants until further notice.

The company says it is closely monitoring market demand signals, inventory and supply levels and warehouse and distribution operations to continue delivery of Goodyear products.

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