(officially the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company ) is an American tire manufacturer and historical global enterprise, now a major subsidiary of Bridgestone . Founded in 1900, the company became a cornerstone of the American automotive industry and is known for its deep historical ties to Ford Motor Company. Company Overview and Operations
: In 1926, Firestone established a massive rubber plantation in Liberia. The town of Harbel was named after Harvey and his wife, Idabelle Firestone. Major Controversies and Recalls firestone
: In the 1930s, Harvey Firestone pioneered the first practical low-pressure pneumatic tractor tires, replacing vibrating steel wheels and significantly increasing farm productivity. (officially the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company )
: Firestone was acquired by the Japanese corporation Bridgestone in 1988 for $2.6 billion. Manufacturing Hubs : The town of Harbel was named after Harvey