Member Impact: Hankook Tire America
Location: North American Headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee | Manufacturing Facility in Clarksville, Tennessee
Tennessee Chamber Member Since: 2017
Hankook Tire America has made Tennessee a cornerstone of its North American operations, investing in advanced manufacturing, workforce development, and the communities that support its continued growth.
A global leader in tire technology and innovation, Hankook Tire America is guided by its core values of passion, innovation, collaboration, and global leadership. Through continued investments in Tennessee, the company is strengthening the state’s manufacturing industry while producing high-quality products for customers across the United States.
Since opening its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Clarksville in October 2017, Hankook has created 950 jobs in Tennessee. The company’s Phase 2 expansion will bring a total of 1,200 new jobs, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the state’s workforce and economy. This investment reflects Hankook’s confidence in Tennessee as a premier destination for advanced manufacturing and innovation.
Hankook’s impact extends well beyond its manufacturing operations. The company is committed to investing in the communities where its employees live and work through partnerships that strengthen education, workforce development, and environmental stewardship. Hankook partners with Austin Peay State University’s College of STEM and Nashville State Community College as part of their ongoing campus expansion efforts in Clarksville, helping prepare the next generation of skilled workers. The company also recently partnered with the Cumberland River Compact to support the health and sustainability of the Cumberland River basin’s waterways.
As a Tennessee Chamber member since 2017, Hankook values the opportunity to connect with business leaders across the state and help shape policies that strengthen Tennessee’s manufacturing sector. The Chamber’s advocacy and collaborative network support the company’s mission to invest in innovation, create jobs, and contribute to a strong business climate.
Looking ahead, Hankook remains committed to growing alongside Tennessee. By expanding its manufacturing footprint, investing in local communities, and advancing sustainability initiatives, the company continues to create lasting opportunities that benefit Tennesseans today and for generations to come.
The Tennessee Chamber is proud to recognize Hankook Tire America for its continued investment in Tennessee’s workforce, communities, and economic future.
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