Barum
Barum manufactures over 21 million car tires annually. In 2002, the company developed the fast Bravuris tire, which subsequently increased their annual production to over 15 million tires. In their anniversary year, 2018, Barum launched a series of 5 tires, introducing not only the Bravuris 5HM summer tire but also the Polaris 5 winter tire and Quartaris 5 all-season tires to the market. The production process also includes tires for trucks and pickups. Since 1982, Barum has been one of the first companies to successfully manufacture all-steel tires for trucks. In 2015, they opened a new production hall entirely dedicated to truck tires, which now produces one million truck tires. Barum's secret to success? A vision and a desire to develop even better products. This is why the company continuously optimizes its tires and develops new technologies to ensure safe driving on all roads.
Barum
Barum produces over 21 million car tires annually.
The company developed the fast Bravuris tire in 2002, subsequently increasing its annual production to over 15 million tires. In 2018, a milestone year, Barum launched its 5-tire series, introducing the Bravuris 5HM summer tire, the Polaris 5 winter tire, and the Quartaris 5 all-season tires. Truck and pickup truck tires are also part of the manufacturing process. Since 1982, Barum has been one of the first companies to successfully manufacture full steel car tires for trucks. In 2015, a new production hall dedicated entirely to truck tires was opened, currently producing one million truck tires. The secret to Barum's success? A vision and desire to develop even better products. That's why the company continuously optimizes its tires and develops new technologies, ensuring you can drive safely on all roads.
Barum's History: How It All Began
For over 70 years, we've relied on long mileage, balanced driving features, and affordability. It all started in 1948 with the merger of three tire manufacturers. Today, Barum produces over 21 million tires annually, is part of Continental AG, and is one of Europe's leading tire companies.
Barum: From Rubber to Tire Manufacturing
The foundation of Barum's success story was laid by three founders: Bata, Rubana, and Mitas. These three rubber visionaries established a tire company in the Czech town of Zlín in 1948. One man in particular provided the necessary expertise: Jan Antonín Baťa. His name is closely associated with the Czech Republic and the successful production of shoes. The company was founded by his brother Tomáš Baťa in 1894, and Jan Antonín took over the business in 1932. After nationalization in 1945, Baťa finally dedicated himself to new challenges in the rubber industry. He recognized the material's great potential for the automotive sector and committed fully to his vision: instead of work, protective, and street shoes, the factory would now only produce tires. A suitable name for the new company was quickly found, combining the initials of the three founders into the brand name "Barum".
Barum Becomes a Subsidiary of Continental – Success by Merging
Another milestone in the company's history was the merger with the German tire manufacturer Continental in 1993. Barum's development accelerated rapidly upon becoming part of the Continental group. Since then, Barum has benefited from the German tire company's expertise and research capacity, as well as its highly efficient, state-of-the-art tire manufacturing technologies. The result: Barum's high-quality tires for cars, SUVs, and trucks win people over. Lloyd's Register Group has also recognized our high standards. In 1994, Barum was awarded the Lloyd's Register certificate for quality according to ISO 9001 for the car tire manufacturing process. Two years later, the certification was extended to cover the production process of agricultural and truck tires. In 1997, Barum became the first company in the Czech Republic to receive ISO 14001 and EMAS certificates for compliance with environmental regulations.