History
The History of Linglong
Founded in 1975, Linglong Tire is now among the top 15 tire manufacturers worldwide. In the short to medium term, the company aims to climb into the top 10 or even top 5 tire manufacturers!
1975
The company's predecessor
On May 8, 1975, the company's predecessor – the Zhaoyuan Tire Repair Factory – was established.
1987
Production of bias tires
Linglong mass-produced bias tires and gradually became the largest production base for bias tires nationwide.
1991
The annual output value of Linglong Group reaches 100.36 million RMB.
1995
Establishment of Shandong Linglong Rubber Group CO.
A crucial turning point was the official establishment of Shandong Linglong Rubber Group Co. in 1995. This restructuring allowed the company to significantly expand its production capacities and offer a broader product range.
2001
Linglong Tire Industry Park in Zhaoyuan, Shandong
Another milestone was the construction of the Linglong Tire Industry Park in 2001 in Zhaoyuan, Shandong. This modern industrial park significantly increased the company's production capacities and solidified Linglong's position as a leading tire manufacturer in China.
2002
The Linglong Group's annual production value reaches
1.1 billion RMB.
2008
The Linglong Group's annual production value reaches
10.6 billion RMB.
2009
Establishment of Beijing Linglong Tyre Co., Ltd.
The groundbreaking ceremony for Beijing Linglong Tyre Co., Ltd. took place in Tongzhou, Beijing.
2010
Beginning in the 2010s, Linglong stepped up its efforts for international presence and expansion.
2016
Launch of the Linglong International Thailand (LLIT) Project
Linglong Tire became a prospective global tire supplier for the Volkswagen Group. Later that same year, Shandong Linglong Tyre Co., Ltd. was listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
2017
The ATLAS Tires brand launched in the Chinese market.
2018
Groundbreaking ceremony for Linglong's fourth production base in Hubei successfully completed
Linglong expands to Europe:
2019
The opening ceremony for the Linglong International Europe D.O.O. Zrenjanin (LLIE) project was successfully held in Serbia.
2020
Opening of the fifth Chinese production base
The opening ceremony for Linglong Tire's fifth Chinese production base took place in Changchun, Jilin Province.
2024
At The Tire Cologne, Linglong presents a concept tire made from 79% sustainable materials. By 2040 at the latest, Linglong aims to offer tires produced from 100% sustainable materials.
2025
Linglong Tire Becomes Global Tire Partner of Real Madrid and Chelsea FC
Real Madrid
Linglong Tire continues as the global tire partner of 15-time UEFA Champions League winners Real Madrid for the 2025/2026 season.
Chelsea FC
Linglong Tire will continue as the official tire partner of Premier League club and reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions Chelsea FC for the 2025/2026 season.
Chicago Bulls
This strategic partnership with the Chicago Bulls will primarily help expand Linglong Tire's presence in the North American market, while also being activated across Europe.
2025
China's 500 Most Valuable Brands
In mid-June 2025, the 22nd World Brand Conference was held in Beijing, where the World Brand Lab recognized China's 500 most valuable brands of 2025. Linglong Tire surpassed the 100 billion Yuan (CNY) threshold for the first time, ranking 109th overall in the Top 500 list with a brand value of 110.216 billion Yuan. This marks Linglong's uninterrupted inclusion in "China's 500 Most Valuable Brands" for 22 consecutive years.
2026
Zhou Lingkun becomes CEO and President at Linglong Tire
Zhou Lingkun becomes CEO and President at Linglong Tire, succeeding Feng Wang, who moves to the Board of Directors.
