Hankook Tires

Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading global tire manufacturer originating from South Korea. Founded in 1941 as the Chosun Tire Company, it has evolved into a tier-one global automotive supplier known for high-performance and eco-friendly tire solutions. The brand maintains a massive production footprint with major manufacturing plants across South Korea, the United States, China, Hungary, and Indonesia to serve global markets.

Today, the brand operates as part of the Hankook & Company Group (formerly Hankook Tire Group). As the largest tire manufacturer in South Korea, the company focuses on technological innovation under its 'Hankook' brand, as well as its Laufenn and Kingstar sub-brands. The ultimate ownership remains with the public South Korean holding company, with headquarters in Seongnam, South Korea, maintaining its status as a cornerstone of the Korean automotive industry.