CHESTER, S.C. – Giti Tire executives recently joined Gov. Nikki Haley along with state and Chester County officials in announcing the plan to build a new tire manufacturing plant in Chester County, S.C. The new $560 million facility is being built to meet growing demand in the North American market, and is expected to generate 1,700 new jobs over the next 10 years.
 
"This significant investment represents our strong commitment to customers in North America," said Enki Tan, executive chairman of Giti Tire Group. "This is a key milestone for Giti Tire and an important part of our growth strategy worldwide. Existing business and strong demand for Giti Tire’s passenger and light truck tires in North America has made this significant investment in South Carolina possible. Giti Tire would like to thank Governor Haley, Secretary Hitt, the state and people of South Carolina, Chairman Roddey and the Chester County community for welcoming us."
 
This is the first greenfield project in North America for Giti Tire. The plant will produce passenger and light truck tires for the replacement and original equipment markets. The plant will be built with a focus on maintaining a healthy balance with the environment and following Giti Tire’s green initiatives, the company adds.