Yokohama TWS says it will continue to invest in United States manufacturing through its Mitas ag tire plant in Charles City, Iowa.
“At a time when companies are considering relocating production back to the United States,” Yokohama TWS and its Mitas brand continue to "invest in local manufacturing as a deliberate choice to strengthen its connection to the American agricultural sector,” say Yokohama TWS officials.
“This U.S.-based approach ensures greater responsiveness to market needs, increases supply chain efficiency, and provides a reliable, high-quality offering tailored to the demands of American farmers and OEMs.”
The Charles City ag tire plant “plays a vital role in Mitas’ commitment to quality operational excellence, and customer proximity. By producing tires directly in the U.S., Mitas offers a range of benefits to farmers, OEMs, and distributors,” including quick response to “the needs of American farmers and OEM partners,” reduced exposure to tariff actions, a leaner supply chain thanks to “lower transportation costs” and reduced lead times and more, according to Yokohama TWS.
The plant, which opened in 2012, also “integrates factory-efficient technologies and sustainable manufacturing processes” and employs “advanced manufacturing techniques” to deliver products that are designed “to meet the rigorous demands of American farming.”
“More than a decade ago, while other manufacturers were increasingly looking to offshore their production, Mitas saw the strategic importance of building a strong manufacturing base in the U.S.,” says Tom Rodgers, commercial director agriculture for North America, Yokohama TWS.
“Our Charles City facility has allowed us to better serve the American farmer with high-quality products and faster delivery times and in today’s environment, we are able to minimize the impact of tariffs. This is a clear reflection of our dedication to the U.S. agricultural economy.”
