Tire Group International

What Tire Group International does

Tire Group International (TGI) is a family-owned tire distribution and manufacturing company headquartered in Miami, Florida, founded in 1992 by the Gonzalez family with roots in tire trade dating to 1942 in Cuba. The company operates as an authorized wholesale distributor of more than 30 tire brands and as the manufacturer/owner of six proprietary brands spanning passenger, light truck, truck and bus radial, agricultural, industrial/OTR, and specialty segments. Its flagship proprietary brand, Cosmo Tires, was launched in 1995 and incorporates proprietary technologies including Quiet Kat Technology, DSS (Directed Super Silica) compound, and patent-pending designs such as Shoulder Claws and Bead Claw featured on the Mud Kicker X tire; the company secured three US federal patents in December 2025.

TGI distributes through four US distribution centers located in Miami (headquarters), Tampa, Portland (95,000 sq ft, expanded following the 2024 acquisition of Avaun Tire Supply), and Orlando (opening Q4 2025). The company holds exclusive authorized distributor relationships in specific US markets with Hankook, Yokohama, Falken, Vogue Tyre, Maxxis, and Lanvigator (exclusive US rights, 320+ SKUs sourced from Shandong Haohua's Vietnam facility). The customer base is predominantly independent tire dealers across the US, Puerto Rico, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with the US market now representing 75% of business versus the historical 70+ country footprint.

TGI generates revenue through wholesale tire sales to dealers, direct sales of proprietary brands, and consumer-facing programs such as the $10-per-tire Kat Kash rebate. Dealer support programs (Cosmo Kat Kash Associate Retailer Program, Winners Circle, Cosmo Kool Up showroom makeovers) and manufacturer loyalty programs (Hankook One, Yokohama Advantage, Falken Fanatic, Maxxis Accelerate) underpin the channel. In September 2025, TGI implemented a Team Member Ownership Plan awarding 10% of company value to all employees, following the 2022 re-acquisition of full control from a prior Penske/TRP partnership.

Name

Tire Group International

Legal name

Tire Group International, LLC

Website

https://tiregroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Tire Group International is a family-owned Miami-based wholesale tire distributor and manufacturer operating four US distribution centers, distributing over 30 brands and six proprietary brands including flagship Cosmo Tires to independent tire dealers and commercial customers across the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tire Distribution: Wholesale tire distribution of over 30 branded tire manufacturers including Bridgestone, Michelin, Goodyear, Continental, and proprietary brands. Revenue generated through product sales to independent tire dealers.
2. Proprietary Brand Sales: Manufacturing and sale of proprietary tire brands including Cosmo, Astro, Duramas, Orion, and LunaTyres. These brands are positioned at various price points from entry-level to premium, generating direct revenue.
3. Consumer Incentives and Rebates: Consumer rebate programs like the Kat Kash Rebate Program offering $10 per tire rebates, driving retail sales through retail partners.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Tire Group International is a wholesale distributor and manufacturer of tires, offering a portfolio of over 30 branded tire manufacturers plus proprietary brands (Cosmo, Astro, Duramas, Orion, Luna Tyres, Industar Elephant) across passenger, light truck, truck & bus, agricultural, industrial, and specialty segments. The company operates four US distribution centers enabling coast-to-coast wholesale distribution to independent tire dealers, with exclusive authorized distributor relationships for brands such as Hankook, Yokohama, Falken, Vogue, Maxxis, and Lanvigator.

Product overview

Tire Group International (TGI) is a tire distributor and manufacturer offering a portfolio of over 30 brands across multiple tire segments. The company operates with a two-tier product strategy: proprietary brands (Cosmo, Astro, Duramas, Orion, Luna Tyres, Industar Elephant) and distributed third-party brands (Hankook, Yokohama, Falken, Vogue, Maxxis, GT Radial, Kenda, Kumho, Mickey Thompson, Lanvigator, and others). Cosmo Tires is the flagship proprietary brand featuring proprietary technologies like Quiet Kat Technology and DSS (Directed Super Silica), available across passenger, light truck, truck & bus radial, and specialty segments. Astro serves OTR and industrial applications. The company also operates lifestyle retail through Kool Kat Shop and offers dealer support programs including the Cosmo Kat Kash Associate Retailer Program and Winners Circle. Distribution centers are located in Miami, Tampa, Portland, and Orlando (opening 2025).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cosmo Tires: Proprietary brand built with 'Quality to Value' proposition for passenger, light truck, and TBR tires. Features lifestyle branding and Kool Kat marketing initiatives.
• Astro Tires
• Duramas
• Orion
• Luna Tyres
• Industar Elephant

Products and services

• Cosmo Tires
• Astro Tires
• Duramas Tires
• Orion Tires
• Luna Tyres
• Industar Elephant Tires
• Cosmo GripIt XT
• Cosmo Kurrent
• Cosmo Jefe HTL+
• Cosmo RoadHunter
• Cosmo Mud Kicker X
• Lanvigator Tires
• Yokohama Tires Distribution
• Falken Tires Distribution
• Vogue Tyre Distribution
• Hankook Tires Distribution
• Maxxis Tires Distribution

Quantifiable outcome

• Portland market revenue tripled following expansion to 98,000 sq ft warehouse
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• MaxxiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 August 2026TGI named Maxxis Authorized Distributor and launched Accelerate Program in the Pacific Northwest, expanding brand portfolio coverage.
• Hankook Tire America Corp.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 June 2026TGI became an authorized Hankook distributor and will roll out the Hankook One Associate Dealer Program for independent tire dealers, offering exclusive benefits and promotional support.
• D-Boss Old GarageflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026Cosmo Tires and D-Boss Old Garage launched the Road to Dakar Classic Series 2026-2028, a multi-year motorsports initiative culminating in 2028 Dakar Rally participation.
• Big Brand Tire & ServiceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 April 2026Cosmo Tires launched in Southern California through Big Brand Tire & Service partnership, expanding Cosmo brand presence in new geographic market.
• Zoo Miami FoundationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Cosmo Tires became official partner of Zoo Miami Foundation, supporting the Zoo's Sumatran Tigers through purpose-driven partnership.
• LanvigatorcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 November 2025Continued acceleration of Lanvigator partnership bringing more sizes and innovative patterns into production. Portfolio grew to 320 SKUs with Valiant RTX launch.
• Western Iowa Tech Community CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 November 2025Cosmo collaboration with WITCC automotive technology students on 1972 Chevy Blazer won Top 10 SEMA Award. Previously collaborated on 1950 Pontiac build for 2024 SEMA.
• Vogue TyrecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 October 2025TGI named authorized Vogue Tyre distributor in Florida, Oregon, and Washington, adding Vogue's custom luxury tire line to TGI's portfolio with plans for custom dealer program development.
• University of Miami AthleticscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 August 2025Cosmo Tires continues official partnership with University of Miami Athletics for 2025-2026 season, joined by PriorityTire.com as Call-To-Action partner offering fans special pricing.
• PriorityTire.comcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 August 2025PriorityTire.com joined as Call-To-Action partner in University of Miami partnership, offering customers special pricing with code canescosmo including free shipping and flexible payments.
• Clean CultureflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 August 2025Cosmo brand expanded partnership as official tire sponsor of Clean Culture, the Nation's largest automotive event organizer, enabling wide lifestyle brand exposure.
• Yokohama Tire Corp.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2025TGI became authorized distributor for Yokohama tires in Florida, Oregon, and Washington. TGI offers the Yokohama Advantage Program with exclusive benefits, special promotions, and tailored support for Yokohama dealers.
• Sumitomo Rubber North America (Falken)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 June 2025TGI designated as authorized Falken distributor in Florida, administering the Falken Fanatic Program that offers purchase rewards and exclusive benefits to Falken dealers.
• Shandong Haohua Tire Co. Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 28 January 2025TGI secured exclusive distribution rights for Haohua's Lanvigator tire brand in the US market, with Lanvigator positioned as an entry-level product (Tier 4) below Cosmo brand.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Hankook Tire America: Korean premium tire manufacturer that recently appointed TGI as authorized US distributor. Direct partner comparable to TGI's other co-distributed premium brands, sharing the same dealer channel.
• Cooper Tire & Rubber (Goodyear): Major US tire brand (now part of Goodyear) sold through independent dealers. Comparable portfolio positioning to TGI's distributed brands across passenger, light truck and commercial segments.
• Goodyear Tire & Rubber: Global tire major that TGI distributes through. Comparable insofar as Goodyear's replacement channel is partly served through independent dealers using distributors like TGI, especially on the commercial truck side.
• Sumitomo Rubber North America (Falken): Manufacturer of Falken tires and TGI distribution partner. Comparable because TGI services the same dealers and end-customers through Falken products, with TGI acting as the authorized distributor rather than manufacturer.
• Yokohama Tire Corporation: Premium tire manufacturer and TGI distribution partner in FL/OR/WA. Comparable because both brands flow through TGI to identical independent dealers, with Yokohama representing the broader incumbent peer of TGI's distribution mandate.

Direct peers

• TBC Corporation: Major US tire distributor operating under brands like Big O Tires and Midas, distributing multiple premium tire brands to dealers and company-owned stores — same product portfolio and dealer channel as TGI.
• Max Finkelstein: Regional tire and rubber products distributor on the US East Coast, supplying independent tire dealers with multi-brand assortments — direct overlay with TGI's distribution-plus-distributed-brands model.
• American Tire Distributors (ATD): Largest US tire distributor to independent dealers and retailers, with a national DC network. Mark Lindsey, TGI's Chief Strategy Officer, was previously SVP of National Sales at ATD, underscoring direct channel overlap.
• Tire Rack: Direct-to-consumer tire retailer and distributor that also serves as a consumer tire content authority — comparable distribution function plus consumer-brand exposure analogous to TGI's Cosmo lifestyle positioning.

Emerging players

• Ralson Tire: US-focused importer and distributor of private-label and tier-3/4 tire brands from Asian factories. Comparable to TGI's Lanvigator tier-4 distribution model and Cosmo proprietary-brand build, though smaller and more narrowly focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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