Tire Industry: Indian tire companies dominate the world, CEAT and Apollo shine in the latest ranking

Tire Industry: In the latest ranking of Brand Finance Tires 25 2026, Indian tire companies have established their strong presence at the global level. The report assesses the world’s strongest and most valuable tire brands. It is a matter of pride for India that three Indian companies have made it to the list of world’s top-10 strongest tire brands, which reflects the country’s growing industrial capacity and brand identity.

Michelin becomes the world’s strongest tire brand
According to the report, Michelin has retained the title of the world’s strongest tire brand with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 93.2/100. At the same time, in terms of brand value, Michelin remains the world’s most valuable tire brand for the ninth consecutive year. There has been an increase of 17 percent in the brand value of the company and it has increased to $ 10.3 billion.

On the other hand, Bridgestone remains at the second position with a brand value of $8.8 billion. According to the report, the total combined brand value of the world’s top 25 tire brands has now reached $42.3 billion.

Strong presence of Indian companies
It is clear from the ranking that Indian tire brands are no longer limited to the domestic market only. The global recognition of these companies has been continuously strengthened due to quality, reliability, strong dealer network and participation in activities like motorsports. This is why Indian brands are now challenging the big players at the international level.

CEAT left the world’s big brands behind
In this list, CEAT has performed brilliantly and secured fourth position with a brand strength score of 84.9. This achievement is also special because CEAT has left behind many global giant brands like Bridgestone, Yokohama, Continental and Pirelli.

According to experts, CEAT has continuously invested over the years to establish itself as a modern, safe and customer-centric brand. Now he is getting the benefit of this strategy in global ranking also.

Apollo Tires also showed strength
Apollo Tires has also performed brilliantly in this ranking. The company has been ranked sixth among the world’s strongest tire brands with a Brand Strength Index score of 80.6.

According to the report of Brand Finance, among the world’s top-25 tire brands in 2026, Apollo Tires was the company whose brand strength index recorded the most improvement. This achievement shows that the company has been successful in continuously strengthening its brand value and global influence.

The identity of Indian brands is increasing on the global platform.
Brand Finance Tires 25 2026 ranking proves that the Indian tire industry has now made its own identity at the global level. The inclusion of companies like CEAT and Apollo in the top ranking is not only a sign of the success of these brands but also the growing strength of the Indian automotive and manufacturing sector.