Introduction
Malaysia has a long history in rubber and tire manufacturing, but its current production landscape is more concentrated than many older industry lists suggest. Over the past several years, some major manufacturers have closed conventional passenger-tire facilities, while other companies have maintained or expanded specialized production in the country.
For buyers searching for tire manufacturers in Malaysia, this distinction is important. A company may continue to operate a Malaysian sales office or distribution network without manufacturing tires locally. This article therefore focuses on manufacturers with verifiable tire production operations in Malaysia in 2026, rather than relying on historical industry lists or market presence alone.
The six manufacturers covered below represent different parts of the Malaysian tire industry. Their operations range from passenger and commercial tires to motorcycle and solid tires, giving international buyers a more practical basis for comparing suppliers according to application, production capability, and sourcing requirements.
List of Top 6 Tire Manufacturers in Malaysia
| Rank | Manufacturer | Main Manufacturing Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Passenger car, MPV, SUV and 4x4 tires | |
| 2 | Commercial specialty and OTR tires | |
| 3 | Passenger car, truck and bus tires | |
| 4 | PCR, LTR and TBR tires | |
| 5 | Motorcycle tires and tubes | |
| 6 | Solid and specialty tires |
Malaysia’s Current Tire Manufacturing Landscape
Malaysia remains an important rubber-processing and automotive manufacturing location, but the structure of its tire industry has changed. Some manufacturers that appeared in older supplier directories no longer operate conventional tire plants in the country. At the same time, foreign-backed facilities and specialized producers continue to maintain an active manufacturing base.
The most important point for buyers is that manufacturing location matters more than the nationality of the parent company. Toyo Tyre Malaysia is part of Japan-based Toyo Tire Corporation, while Golden Horse Rubber is affiliated with China-based Qingdao Fullrun Tyre. MaxTrek is also backed by Chinese investment. These companies can still be considered tire manufacturers in Malaysia because their tire production takes place at Malaysian facilities. Fullrun's official company information identifies Golden Horse Rubber as its Malaysian factory, while current manufacturing records identify the Golden Horse and MaxTrek facilities as active tire operations.
The current market also contains different types of production. Toyo and Golden Horse focus on conventional automotive tires, while Continental’s Petaling Jaya operation has a more specialized focus on commercial and off-the-road products. Friendship is more closely associated with motorcycle tires and tubes, while Nam Bee focuses on solid and specialty tires.
For procurement teams, this makes a direct comparison based only on company size misleading. The more useful questions are what each factory produces, what volumes it can support, and whether its manufacturing capabilities match the intended application.
1. Toyo Tyre Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Founded
2011
Overview
Toyo Tyre Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. was established in April 2011 following Toyo Tire’s acquisition of Silverstone Berhad. Its manufacturing facility is located in Kamunting, Taiping, Perak, and the company identifies the Malaysian operation specifically as a manufacturer of tyre products. The plant was developed on a 148-acre site with an investment of approximately RM800 million and produces tires for passenger cars, MPVs, and SUVs/4x4 vehicles.
The Kamunting plant serves both the Malaysian market and overseas customers. Toyo states that the facility incorporates advanced production and quality technologies, including T-Mode, Nano Balance Technology, and A.T.O.M. manufacturing systems. Its manufacturing structure therefore represents a substantial local production base rather than a sales and distribution operation.
For international buyers, Toyo is particularly relevant to passenger-vehicle tire programs where established production, product consistency, and export capability are important considerations.
Products
- Passenger Car Tires
- MPV Tires
- SUV Tires
- 4x4 Tires
Toyo Tyre Malaysia stands out for its clearly defined local manufacturing operation, sizeable Kamunting facility, passenger-vehicle focus, and established export role. The company's separation of manufacturing and sales entities also makes its local production structure relatively transparent for procurement research.
2. Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Founded
1963
Overview
Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia has a longer manufacturing history than its current product portfolio might suggest. The Petaling Jaya plant originally began operations as part of Dunlop Malaysia and was later incorporated into Continental’s Malaysian business. Today, the facility focuses on Commercial Specialty Tires and serves as Continental’s production site for OTR X-Ply tires.
This distinction is important because Continental ended tire manufacturing at its Alor Setar facility by the end of 2025. That operation had previously produced passenger car, light truck, and motorcycle tires. The Petaling Jaya facility, however, remained part of Continental’s Asia-Pacific manufacturing network and continues to manufacture specialized products.
For procurement teams, Continental’s current Malaysian role is therefore best understood as a specialized manufacturing operation rather than a conventional high-volume passenger tire plant.
Products
- Commercial Specialty Tires
- OTR X-Ply Tires
- Specialized Off-the-road Tire Products
Continental’s main distinction in Malaysia is the specialization of its Petaling Jaya operation. The facility remains relevant to buyers seeking commercial specialty and off-the-road tire products backed by the engineering resources of a major international manufacturer.
3. Golden Horse Rubber Sdn. Bhd.
Founded
2016
Overview
Golden Horse Rubber Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysian tire manufacturing entity affiliated with Qingdao Fullrun Tyre Corp., Ltd. The Malaysian project was established in Selangor as Fullrun’s overseas tire manufacturing operation, with the first phase completed and put into production in 2018. Fullrun's official materials identify Golden Horse Rubber as its Malaysian factory and describe products manufactured there for international markets.
The factory produces passenger car tires as well as truck and bus radial tires. Its Malaysian manufacturing role is particularly relevant to buyers looking for an export-oriented production base rather than a company operating only as a local tire distributor.
Independent manufacturing records also identify Golden Horse Rubber in Port Klang Free Zone, Selangor, as an active tire manufacturer.
Products
- Passenger Car Tires
- Truck Tires
- Bus Radial Tires
- All-steel Radial Tires
Golden Horse Rubber represents a foreign-backed manufacturing investment established specifically for tire production in Malaysia. Its combination of passenger and commercial tire manufacturing, Malaysian factory operations, and international supply activity gives buyers an alternative to the country's largest multinational producers.
4. MaxTrek Tyre Manufacturing Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Founded
2017
Overview
MaxTrek Tyre Manufacturing Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is a relatively recent addition to Malaysia’s tire manufacturing base. The company operates in Kuantan, Pahang, within the Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park. Although the parent business has Chinese origins, the Malaysian subsidiary is an actual local manufacturing entity rather than a sales office.
Current manufacturing records identify the Kuantan facility as an active tire manufacturing operation, with tires listed as its equipment type. Malaysian company information likewise describes the business as manufacturing rubber tires for vehicles.
The operation also has current export activity. In April 2026, Kuantan Port reported a first shipment of tires manufactured by MaxTrek Tyre Manufacturing Malaysia to Mexico, providing recent evidence that the factory is operating within an international supply chain.
Products
- Passenger Car Radial Tires
- Light Truck Radial Tires
- Truck and Bus Radial Tires
MaxTrek represents a newer generation of foreign-backed tire manufacturing in Malaysia. Its active Kuantan factory, clearly defined manufacturing status, and 2026 export activity make it particularly relevant to buyers looking for a relatively recent production base with international supply capability.
5. Friendship Rubber Industry (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Founded
1989
Overview
Friendship Rubber Industry (M) Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysia-based manufacturer with a more specialized position in the local tire sector. Company records identify its business activities as manufacturing and dealing in tires, tubes, and rubber parts, while the Malaysian Rubber Council lists the company as a Manufacturer under the Motorcycle Tyres category.
The company is associated with the VIVA tire brand, but the manufacturing entity itself is Friendship Rubber Industry (M) Sdn. Bhd. This distinction is relevant when buyers are assessing the actual manufacturer behind a tire brand.
Its profile is considerably more specialized than the large passenger-tire operations of multinational manufacturers. For buyers sourcing motorcycle tires, tubes, or related rubber products, however, that specialization may be more relevant than overall corporate scale.
Products
- Motorcycle Tires
- Tire Tubes
- Automotive Rubber Parts
- Related Rubber Products
Friendship Rubber Industry is best viewed as a specialized Malaysian manufacturer rather than a mass-market passenger tire producer. Its documented role in motorcycle tire manufacturing makes it particularly relevant to buyers sourcing two-wheeler products and related rubber components.
6. Nam Bee Rubber & Tyre Group
Founded
1938
Overview
Nam Bee Rubber & Tyre Group has one of the longest operating histories among the companies in this list. The business began with rubber compounding and later expanded into tire retreading, fleet services, off-the-road tire activities, and other rubber products. Its current facilities are located in Port Klang, Selangor.
Nam Bee’s current tire manufacturing activity is more specialized than that of conventional passenger tire producers. The company began manufacturing new solid tires in 2015, with applications including forklifts, airport trolleys, and port trailers. The group also maintains capabilities in rubber compounding and other tire-related products.
This product focus should be considered when evaluating the company. Nam Bee is a current tire manufacturer in Malaysia, but its strongest relevance is in solid and specialty tire applications rather than standard passenger vehicle tires.
Products
- New Solid Tires
- Industrial Specialty Tires
- Rubber Compounds
- Tire Retreading Materials
- Technical Rubber Products
Nam Bee's main strength is specialization. Its Port Klang manufacturing operation combines solid-tire production with decades of rubber-processing experience, making the company more relevant to industrial mobility applications than to conventional passenger vehicle tire programs.
Current vs. Historical Tire Manufacturers in Malaysia
Malaysia’s tire industry can be difficult to assess from older online lists because several well-known manufacturers have changed their local manufacturing status.
Goodyear Malaysia
Goodyear was historically an important Malaysian tire manufacturer, with a major plant in Shah Alam. The company has since ended local tire manufacturing, so it should not be included as an active Malaysian tire manufacturer for a 2026 list.
Continental Alor Setar
Continental is a more nuanced case. Its Alor Setar facility previously produced passenger car, light truck, and motorcycle tires, but Continental announced that tire production there would end by the end of 2025. Its Petaling Jaya facility, however, remains active in specialized tire manufacturing.
Silverstone
Silverstone is another name frequently found in historical Malaysian tire industry references. Toyo Tyre Malaysia was established following Toyo Tire’s acquisition of Silverstone Berhad, so Silverstone should not be counted separately as an active manufacturer in a 2026 ranking.
These examples explain why older websites may show a much longer list of Malaysian tire manufacturers. For current procurement research, the more useful criterion is whether the company still operates an actual tire manufacturing facility in Malaysia.
What Buyers Should Compare Before Sourcing Tires from Malaysia
The six manufacturers above do not serve identical markets. Comparing them by brand size alone can therefore lead to an unsuitable shortlist.
Manufacturing Status
The first question should be whether the required tire is actually manufactured in Malaysia. A company may maintain a local sales office or distribution network while obtaining products from another country.
This is particularly important when dealing with multinational groups that have operated several Malaysian plants over time. Continental, for example, ended tire production at Alor Setar but continues specialized manufacturing at Petaling Jaya.
Product Specialization
Product category should determine the shortlist. Toyo and Golden Horse are more relevant to conventional passenger and commercial vehicle programs. Friendship has a stronger motorcycle focus, while Nam Bee specializes in solid and industrial tire applications.
For a specific tire program, a manufacturer's experience with the required product can matter more than its total corporate size.
OEM and Export Capability
For private-label brands and vehicle manufacturers, production capacity is only one part of the equation. Buyers should also assess OEM experience, technical development support, relevant certifications, product validation, and the ability to maintain consistent specifications over repeat production runs.
Export history can provide an additional indication of whether a manufacturer is equipped to handle international procurement requirements.
Manufacturing Location and Logistics
Factory location affects inland transportation, port access, and overall landed cost. Selangor and Port Klang provide a different logistics profile from Kuantan or Perak, so buyers should consider the complete route from factory to destination rather than comparing ex-factory prices alone.
A Specialized Two-Wheeler Tire OEM Option: Jiuyu Feichi
Malaysia has active manufacturing capabilities across passenger, commercial, motorcycle, and specialty tire segments. Buyers developing a dedicated two-wheeler tire program may nevertheless benefit from considering an OEM manufacturer whose product focus is centered specifically on these applications.
Jiuyu Feichi is a China-based OEM/ODM tire manufacturer focused on bicycle tires, electric bike tires, motorcycle tires, and scooter tires. Its narrower product focus allows it to concentrate on two-wheeler applications rather than maintaining the much broader passenger and commercial vehicle portfolios common among large tire groups.
Products
Why It May Fit Specialized Buyers
For distributors, bicycle and e-bike brands, motorcycle businesses, and private-label programs, a specialized OEM manufacturer can be useful when requirements involve custom tread designs, specific dimensions, branding, or application-focused product development.
Jiuyu Feichi therefore serves a different sourcing need from the large Malaysian automotive tire plants discussed above. For buyers comparing manufacturing options across Asia, it can be considered as an additional global OEM source when the project centers on specialized two-wheeler tires.
Conclusion
Malaysia continues to have an active tire manufacturing industry, but its present structure is more concentrated and specialized than many historical supplier lists suggest. Toyo Tyre Malaysia, Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia, Golden Horse Rubber, MaxTrek, Friendship Rubber Industry, and Nam Bee represent different manufacturing models and product segments.
For buyers researching tire manufacturers in Malaysia, the most useful starting point is to verify current manufacturing status and then compare product specialization, production capability, OEM experience, export activity, and logistics. This avoids confusing historical manufacturers or local distributors with active production facilities.
For specialized bicycle tire, electric bike tire, motorcycle tire, and scooter tire programs, Jiuyu Feichi provides an additional OEM sourcing option focused specifically on two-wheeler applications.
