Titan to Launch New Goodyear Farm Tire Lines at Dealer Conference

QUINCY, Ill.--Titan Tire Corporation, a subsidiary of Titan International Inc. , will launch three new Goodyear branded tire lines for agricultural and skid steer equipment at the annual Goodyear Dealer Conference in Orlando, Florida, this week.

Among the new tire lines is a Goodyear branded family of large radial terra tires for use in high flotation and load applications: the Super Terra Grip, Super Terra Grip XT and Tundra Grip designs. These new terra tire designs will provide increased floatation, greater footprint, improved traction and higher load carry capabilities than terra bias counterparts. The 1000/50R25 Super Terra Grip Radial XT is currently available in load indexes of 172 A8 and 178 A8, and the Tundra Grip and Super Terra Grip will be released during the first half of 2007.

A new Goodyear Ultra Sprayer line specifically designed for high load sprayer applications will also be released. The Ultra Sprayer’s increased lug surface allows for improved lug durability and increased lug bracing for high loads. Its robust casing makes this tire uniquely designed for the ever-demanding sprayer market. The Ultra Sprayer is offered in size 380/90R46 in three load ranges, and has gained OE approval to be included on 2007 sprayers.

Titan is expanding the Goodyear branded premium skid steer segment with the introduction of the Goodyear HD 2000 III. The HD 2000 III is a premium conventional skid steer tire with deeper tread depth, premium compound, heavier sidewall and larger rim guard for added durability. This line has been approved for original equipment and will be available on several models of OE skid steers during the first quarter of 2007.

“We are extremely excited to offer three new Goodyear branded agricultural and skid steer tires to the strongest dealer network in the world,” said Maurice Taylor Jr., Titan chairman and CEO. “These innovative new products will give a competitive edge to our dealers and allow them an additional revenue stream to organically grow and expand their business. It is a great honor to be able to introduce these items during the dealer conference through our close working relationship with Goodyear.”

Titan International Inc., a holding company, owns subsidiaries that supply wheels, tires and assemblies for off-highway equipment used in agricultural, earthmoving/construction, and consumer (including all terrain vehicles and trailers) applications.