In an era where technology is rapidly transforming every facet of our lives, the tire industry is no exception. Gone are the days when tires were mere rubber rings. Today, they are sophisticated products embedded with smart sensors, eco-friendly materials, and adaptive technologies.
Ever thought about tires that can generate electricity as you drive? The patent, US10000100B2, details cutting-edge innovative piezoelectric materials that can convert the pressure and vibration from your tires into electrical energy.
This article dives deep into the global patent landscape of the tire industry, revealing the top companies, pioneering inventors and cutting-edge R&D centers driving these advancements. We’ll uncover the technological marvels and trends that are transforming the humble tire into a high-tech wonder.
This analysis is based on published patent data from 2018-2024. Interested in the updated analysis?
What is the patent filing trend in the Tire Industry?
The chart below represents the patent filing trend within the Tire Industry from the year 2011 to 2023.
The table below provides the number of applications filed and the number of patents granted from the year 2011 to 2024.
| Year | Applications Filed in Tire Industry | Patents Granted in Tire Industry |
| 2024 | 18 | 516 |
| 2023 | 225 | 1164 |
| 2022 | 1511 | 577 |
| 2021 | 2305 | 435 |
| 2020 | 2356 | 280 |
| 2019 | 2527 | 89 |
| 2018 | 19 | 3 |
| 2017 | 7 | – |
| 2016 | 4 | – |
| 2015 | 3 | – |
| 2014 | 5 | – |
| 2013 | 1 | – |
| 2011 | 1 | – |
Technology Overview of Tire Industry Patents
Evolution of Tire Industry: 2013 – 2024
The chart below showcases the technology through the years 2013 to 2024 for the Tire Industry.
Key companies filing patents in Tire Industry
The chart below showcases the leading 15 companies actively involved in research and development in tire industry.
Technology Overview
This analysis provides an insight into areas of focus and innovations of companies thereby offering comprehensive snapshot of their contributions to the dynamic landscape of tire sector.
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the leading 25 companies involved in the tire industry.
| Companies | Patents |
| Sumitomo Rubber Industries | 870 |
| Bridgestone | 558 |
| Yokohama Rubber | 483 |
| Continental Reifen Deutschland Gmbh | 348 |
| Michelin & Cie | 322 |
| Nexen Tire | 307 |
| Toyo Tire | 267 |
| Goodyear Tire & Rubber | 242 |
| Hankook | 239 |
| Kumho Tire Co Inc | 141 |
| Hyundai | 109 |
| Kia Corporation | 84 |
| Pirelli | 68 |
| Robert Bosch | 45 |
| Continental Automotive | 45 |
| Ceat Limited | 43 |
| Sysgration | 38 |
| Mercedes Benz | 34 |
| TVS | 33 |
| Eneos Corp | 31 |
| Airbus | 30 |
| Volvo | 29 |
| Ford Motor | 29 |
| Zf Friedrichshafen | 27 |
| Cheng Shin Rubber Industrial | 27 |
Who are the leading innovators in the Tire Industry?
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the top 25 inventors involved in innovations and technological advancements in the tire industry.
| Inventor Name | Patents |
| Toya Subaru | 55 |
| Berger Christoph | 38 |
| Trofimov Mikhail Ivanovich | 34 |
| Sahlmüller Baldo | 34 |
| Kuwayama Isao | 34 |
| Kurz Martin | 32 |
| Nakajima Hiroki | 31 |
| Kawai Hiroki | 27 |
| Sivaramakrishnan Viswanathan | 26 |
| Nakamura Kentaro | 25 |
| Badertdinov Renat Lifkatovich | 25 |
| Andrew Bill | 24 |
| Thiagarajan Kadambanathan | 23 |
| Kramer Thomas | 20 |
| Ashiura Makoto | 20 |
| Shintani Tatsuya | 19 |
| Saito Kosuke | 19 |
| Chino Keisuke | 19 |
| Wang Feng | 18 |
| Paladin Nikolay Mikhaylovich | 18 |
| Fadeyev Valeriy Sergeyevich | 18 |
| Ahmed Owais | 18 |
| Sudyakov Vyacheslav Olegovich | 17 |
| Matsuo Yusuke | 17 |
| Shtanov Oleg Viktorovich | 16 |
Which countries have the maximum patent filings in Tire Industry?
The chart below provides an overview of the patent filings in the tire industry in various countries.
Where are the Research Centers of Tire Industry patents located?
The chart below represents the major research and development centers contributing towards innovations and technological advancements in the tire industry.
Leading companies in Japan filing patents in Tire Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 15 leading companies within Japan involved in the tire industry.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Casing, Wear Resistance and Reinforcing Materials offers a comprehensive overview of Japan’s contributions towards the tire sector.
Leading companies in South Korea filing patents in Tire Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 15 leading companies within South Korea involved in the tire industry.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Tire Pressure Monitoring, Tread and Belt Assembly and Wear Resistance offers a comprehensive overview of South Korea’s contributions towards the tire sector.
Leading companies in USA filing patents in Tire Industry
The chart below depicts the distribution of patents owned by the 15 leading companies within United States of America involved in the tire industry.
Technology Overview
The technological categorization of patents ranging from Tread and Belt Assembly, Running Noise and Fillers and Additives offers a comprehensive overview of United States of America’s contributions towards the tire sector.
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