Electric cars and 19 inch wheels lift tire spending in South Korea faster than vehicle sales
Spending in the South Korea tire market totaled USD 3.42 Billion in 2025; Radial Insights projects USD 3.52 Billion in 2026 and USD 4.62 Billion by 2035, a 3.05% CAGR.
Korea is home to three global tire makers, Hankook Tire & Technology, Kumho Tire and Nexen Tire, which together sold KRW 18.21 trillion of products in 2025. Most of that revenue is earned abroad. This report looks only at tires bought and fitted inside South Korea, at manufacturer selling prices, for new vehicles built and sold in Korea and for the replacement needs of the country's 26.5 million registered vehicles.
The scope covers passenger car, SUV and light truck, and truck and bus tires, across summer, all-season and winter types. Exports, retreads, two-wheeler and bicycle tires, inner tubes, wheels and fitting services are excluded. Imported tires sold in Korea are included.
Unit demand is close to flat: the five domestic carmakers sold 1,366,344 vehicles at home in 2025, up only 0.7%. Value growth comes from mix. Battery electric vehicle tires are the fastest-growing segment at 9.40% a year, after new EV registrations jumped 50.1% to 220,177 in 2025, and tires of 19 inches and above grow at 6.20%.
Chungcheong is the fastest-growing region at 3.35% a year, supported by new housing in Sejong and Cheonan, while the Seoul Capital Area remains the largest buying region.
| Report Attribute Details | Details |
|---|---|
| Historical Period | 2020-2025 |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2035 |
| South Korea Tire Size 2025 | USD 3.42 Billion |
| Current Year Market Size 2026 | USD 3.52 Billion |
| South Korea Tire CAGR | 3.05% |
| South Korea Tire Size 2035 | USD 4.62 Billion |
- The South Korea tire market is worth USD 3.42 Billion in 2025 and grows at a 3.05% CAGR to USD 4.62 Billion in 2035.
- Battery electric vehicle tires are the fastest-growing segment at 9.40% a year.
- South Korea had 26,514,873 registered vehicles at the end of 2025, about 1% more than a year earlier.
- The Seoul Capital Area accounts for 43.10% of 2025 spending, about USD 1,474.0 Million.
- Chungcheong is the fastest-growing region at a 3.35% CAGR, reaching USD 542.0 Million by 2035.
- Hankook, Kumho and Nexen recorded combined 2025 sales of KRW 18.21 trillion, up 8.4%.
EV tires grow five times faster than conventional fitments in Korea
Segment growth in South Korea runs from 0.90% for small rims to 9.40% for battery electric vehicle tires. The table gives each segment's 2025-2035 CAGR.
| Dimension | Segment | CAGR 2025-2035 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Car | 2.75% |
| Vehicle Type | SUV and Light Truck | 3.55% |
| Vehicle Type | Truck and Bus | 2.40% |
| Propulsion | ICE and Hybrid Vehicle Tires | 1.85% |
| Propulsion | Battery Electric Vehicle Tires | 9.40% |
| Rim Size | Below 17 Inch | 0.90% |
| Rim Size | 17 to 18 Inch | 2.65% |
| Rim Size | 19 Inch and Above | 6.20% |
| Season | Summer | 2.70% |
| Season | All-Season | 3.10% |
| Season | Winter | 3.85% |
| Sales Channel | OEM | 2.20% |
| Sales Channel | Replacement | 3.35% |
SUV and light truck tires grow fastest by vehicle type
SUV and light truck tires post a 3.55% CAGR as Hyundai, Kia and KG Mobility sell more SUVs and pickups than sedans at home. Hyundai sold 712,954 vehicles in Korea in 2025 and Kia 545,776, and SUVs such as the Sorento, Santa Fe and Tucson rank among their best sellers. Passenger car tires remain a large pool because of the 26.5 million vehicle parc, but grow at a slower 2.75%. Truck and bus tires grow at 2.40%, held back by a stable freight fleet.
Battery electric vehicle tires lead the market
EV tires grow at 9.40% a year against 1.85% for tires on combustion and hybrid vehicles. MOLIT data show the EV fleet rising from about 899,000 at the end of 2025 to 1.095 million by June 2026, or 4.1% of all vehicles. EVs weigh more and deliver torque instantly, so they wear tires faster and need high-load, low-noise designs such as Hankook's iON range. Hankook said EV tires made up 27% of its passenger and light truck sales in 2025, with a 33% target for 2026.
19 inch and larger rims carry the value growth
Tires of 19 inches and above grow at 6.20%, the fastest rim band. Hankook reported that tires of 18 inches and above reached 47.8% of its passenger and light truck sales in 2025, aiming for more than 51% in 2026. The 17 to 18 inch band grows at 2.65%, while below 17 inch tires, used on small cars and older vehicles, rise only 0.90%.
Winter tires grow fastest by season
Winter tires grow at 3.85%, ahead of all-season at 3.10% and summer at 2.70%. Korean drivers have long relied on all-season tires, but heavier EVs and SUVs, along with more ski and mountain travel in Gangwon, push more owners toward a dedicated winter set.
Replacement outpaces OEM
Replacement grows at 3.35% against 2.20% for OEM. Domestic car sales were the lowest since the financial crisis in 2025, which limits OE volume, while the parc keeps growing and needs new tires every three to four years.
Taken together, the rates show a market where value grows faster than volume. Domestic car sales rose only 0.7% in 2025, yet EV, SUV, large-rim and winter fitments each grow well above that pace, so the average price of a tire sold in Korea keeps rising through 2035.
Executive Highlights
- Market size: The South Korea Tire Market is worth USD 3.42 Billion in 2025 and reaches USD 4.62 Billion by 2035 at a 3.05% CAGR.
- Fastest segment: EV tires grow at 9.40% a year after EV registrations rose 50.1% in 2025.
- Vehicle parc: Korea had 26.5 million registered vehicles at the end of 2025.
- Largest region: The Seoul Capital Area holds 43.10% of 2025 spending.
- Supply shock: The May 2025 Gwangju fire hit about 20% of Kumho's global capacity.
- Premium mix: 18 inch and larger tires reached 47.8% of Hankook's passenger and light truck sales in 2025.
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Market Dynamics
Market Trends
Kumho rebuilds capacity after the Gwangju fire
In May 2025 a fire broke out on 17 May at Kumho Tire's Gwangju plant, which made about 12 million tires a year, close to 20% of Kumho's global capacity. The blaze took 77 hours to put out and destroyed 50% to 60% of the facilities. Production restarted in November 2025 at 4,000 tires a day, with a target of 6,000 to 10,000. In July 2025 Kumho confirmed a new plant in Hampyeong, South Jeolla, with phase one capacity of 5.3 million tires a year and full operation from January 2028.
Hankook diversifies beyond tires
In January 2025 Hankook & Company completed its takeover of Hanon Systems, a thermal management supplier, with a 54.77% stake. The deal more than doubled Hankook's consolidated revenue to KRW 21.2022 trillion in 2025 and gives it closer links with EV makers, which may help it win more OE tire approvals.
Premium mix rises at domestic makers
Korean makers are steering sales to larger and EV-specific tires. Hankook's share of 18 inch and larger tires reached 47.8% in 2025. In May 2026 Hankook reported first-quarter sales of KRW 5.3139 trillion, up 7.0%, with replacement sales in Korea rising.
Exports shift away from the United States
The 25% US tariff on tires from April 2025 changed export flows. Korea Customs Service data show tire exports to the US fell 24.5% in January to September 2026 to USD 491.5 million, while total tire exports were USD 2.426 billion. Makers sent more tires to Europe and kept domestic supply steady.
Restraints and Challenges
Weak domestic car sales cap OE demand
The five domestic carmakers sold only 1,366,344 vehicles in Korea in 2025, up 0.7% and the lowest level since the financial crisis. GM Korea sold just 15,094 units at home. With OE volume flat, tire makers depend on replacement and mix to grow, which keeps the OEM CAGR at 2.20%.
Supply risk from plant concentration
Korea's tire output is concentrated in a few large plants. The May 2025 fire at Kumho's Gwangju plant removed close to 20% of the company's global capacity in one day, forcing it to draw on other plants and shift supply. Kumho's 2025 revenue of KRW 4.7013 trillion missed its KRW 5 trillion target, and operating profit fell to KRW 575.5 billion.
Raw material and freight costs
In May 2026 a Middle East conflict pushed up butadiene, carbon black and freight costs, putting pressure on Korean makers' margins. Nexen's 2025 operating profit slipped 1.1% to KRW 170.3 billion despite record sales of KRW 3.19 trillion. Rising costs could lead to price increases that slow replacement buying.
The three domestic makers earned combined 2025 sales of KRW 18.21 trillion, up 8.4%, but most of that growth came from overseas markets. At home, buyers facing higher prices can delay replacement by a season, which would slow the replacement CAGR below its 3.35% base case.
Trade policy and labor
Korean makers lost volume in the US after tariffs, and wage talks add cost: Kumho's 2025 deal, ratified in October 2025, raised base pay 3% and added a KRW 6 million bonus. Hankook's 2025 results release shows how tariffs and costs affect earnings even as tire revenue passed KRW 10 trillion.
Growth Drivers
Rapid EV adoption changes tire specifications
New EV registrations in Korea rose 50.1% to 220,177 in 2025, according to KAMA, and 42.8% of them were imported models such as Tesla and BYD. MOLIT counted 221,025 EVs among 1,695,353 new registrations in 2025, about 13%. EVs need tires with higher load capacity, low rolling resistance and sound-absorbing foam, and they wear tires faster because of battery weight. Hankook, whose EV tires reached 27% of its passenger and light truck sales, and Kumho and Nexen all sell dedicated EV ranges. Radial Insights estimates EV specification mix adds about +1.2% of annual growth to the South Korea tire market, the largest driver.
A growing parc and older vehicles raise replacement demand
South Korea's registered vehicle count rose to 26,514,873 at the end of 2025 and 26.676 million by June 2026, with 2.81 million hybrids on the road. Each car needs a new set of tires every three to four years, so the replacement pool is large and steady. Hankook said replacement sales rose in Korea in the first quarter of 2026. As cars stay on the road longer, owners replace tires more often, and replacement demand contributes roughly 0.9 points to the market's yearly growth, lifting the channel to a 3.35% CAGR.
SUVs and large rims raise average selling prices
Korean buyers favor SUVs, and carmakers fit 19 to 21 inch wheels on many models, including Hyundai's IONIQ 5 and Kia's EV9. Hankook's 18 inch and larger tires reached 47.8% of its passenger and light truck sales in 2025, with a target above 51% for 2026. Larger tires sell for much more than 16 inch sizes, so mix growth outpaces unit growth. Rim and SUV mix adds an estimated 0.7 percentage points to annual market growth, with 19 inch and larger tires growing 6.20% a year.
Opportunities
Winter tire adoption
Winter tires grow at 3.85%, and many Korean drivers still use all-season tires year round. Campaigns aimed at heavier EVs and SUVs, plus storage services at tire shops, could raise winter set ownership in Gangwon, Gyeonggi and Chungcheong.
Fleet and online services
Rental car, taxi and delivery fleets need predictable tire costs. Tire subscription and online-to-offline fitting services, which Korean makers already run, offer recurring revenue and closer customer ties.
Recent Developments
In May 2026, Hankook Tire & Technology reported first-quarter sales of KRW 5.3139 trillion, up 7.0%, and operating profit of KRW 506.9 billion, up 42.9%.
In February 2026, Hankook reported that its tire business passed KRW 10 trillion of revenue in 2025 for the first time, at KRW 10.3186 trillion.
In December 2025, Kumho Tire signed a KRW 661 billion investment agreement for its new Hampyeong plant in South Jeolla.
In November 2025, Kumho restarted production at its fire-damaged Gwangju plant at 4,000 tires a day.
In May 2025, a fire at Kumho's Gwangju plant halted a site making about 12 million tires a year, close to 20% of the company's global capacity.
In January 2025, Hankook & Company completed its acquisition of a 54.77% stake in Hanon Systems.
Three domestic makers hold the market, and imported brands grow with imported cars
South Korea's tire market is led by Hankook, Kumho and Nexen, which supply nearly all OE tires for Hyundai, Kia, KG Mobility, Renault Korea and GM Korea and run large dealer networks. Imported brands win share mainly on imported cars.
Hankook Tire & Technology
Hankook is the market leader, with 2025 tire revenue of KRW 10.3186 trillion, up 9.6%, and tire operating profit of KRW 1.6843 trillion. It is known for its iON EV tires, Ventus performance range and T'Station retail chain, and makes tires in Daejeon and Geumsan.
Kumho Tire and Nexen Tire
Kumho Tire, controlled by China's Doublestar, recorded 2025 revenue of KRW 4.7013 trillion. It is known for the Ecsta and Majesty lines and its TBX dealer network, and is rebuilding Gwangju capacity after the 2025 fire. Nexen Tire posted a fifth straight year of record sales at KRW 3.19 trillion in 2025, with plants in Yangsan and Changnyeong and the N'Fera range.
Imported brands
Michelin, Continental, Pirelli and Bridgestone supply OE and replacement tires for imported cars such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Tesla, which make up a large share of premium sales. Goodyear, Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Yokohama Rubber and Toyo Tire compete in SUV and performance replacement.
Low-cost Chinese brands
Zhongce Rubber Group (ZC Rubber) and Sailun Group sell lower-priced tires online and through independent shops, often for older cars. Their share is small but growing among price-sensitive buyers.
Competition centers on OE approvals for new EV models, dealer reach and price. With domestic car sales flat, domestic makers are pushing large-rim and EV tires to raise revenue per car.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the South Korea tire market?
Which segment grows fastest?
Which region buys the most tires in Korea?
Which region grows fastest?
How many vehicles are registered in South Korea?
How did the Kumho fire affect supply?
Who leads the South Korea tire market?
Primary Interview Insights
How are EVs changing replacement demand?
Shop owners in Gyeonggi told us EV owners return for tires sooner than petrol car owners and usually buy the EV-specific line. They said 19 and 20 inch sizes now make up much of their premium sales.
What do Korean carmakers look for in tire suppliers?
Procurement staff said noise, rolling resistance and load capacity for EV platforms are the key tests. They also want supply security after the 2025 Gwangju fire.
How do rental and taxi fleets buy tires?
Fleet managers in Jeju and Seoul said they sign annual contracts with domestic makers and value fast fitting and nationwide service over the lowest price.
How did US tariffs affect domestic strategy?
Executives said tariffs pushed exports toward Europe, while the home market stayed a stable profit base. They are focusing domestic sales on premium sizes.
What cost risks concern suppliers?
Buyers pointed to butadiene, carbon black and freight costs, which rose in 2026. They said any price rises would be phased to avoid hurting replacement demand.
Chapter 1. Report Introduction
- 1.1 Report Description & Purpose
- 1.1.1 Report Title & Market Definition
- 1.1.2 Unique Selling Propositions (USP) & Key Differentiators
- 1.1.3 Value Proposition for Stakeholders
- 1.2 Research Objectives
- 1.2.1 Market Sizing Objectives (Volume & Revenue)
- 1.2.2 Segmentation Objectives
- 1.2.3 Competitive Intelligence Objectives
- 1.2.4 Forecast & Scenario Objectives
- 1.3 Report Scope
- 1.3.1 South Korea Tire Scope - Types & Subtypes Covered
- 1.3.2 Geographic Scope - Countries Covered
- 1.3.3 Historical Period, Base Year & Forecast Period (2020-2025; forecast to 2035)
- 1.3.4 Inclusions & Exclusions
- 1.4 HS Code & Classification Framework
- 1.5 Currency, Units & Pricing Basis
- 1.6 Target Stakeholders
- 1.7 Limitations & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1 South Korea Tire Market Snapshot
- 2.1.1 Market Size - Historical (2020-2025) & Forecast (2025-2035) (2025: USD 3.42 Billion → 2035: USD 4.62 Billion)
- 2.1.2 Volume & Revenue - South Korea Totals
- 2.1.3 Key Market Highlights - Top Five Facts
- 2.2 South Korea Tire Market Segmentation Snapshot
- 2.2.1 Market Split - By Season - 2025 vs. 2035 (Volume & Revenue)
- 2.2.2 Market Split - By Rim Size - 2025 vs. 2035 (Volume & Revenue)
- 2.2.3 Market Split - By Propulsion - 2025 vs. 2035 (Volume & Revenue)
- 2.2.4 Market Split - By Vehicle Type - 2025 vs. 2035 (Volume & Revenue)
- 2.2.5 Market Split - By Sales Channel - 2025 vs. 2035 (Volume & Revenue)
- 2.2.6 Market Split by South Korea - 2025 vs. 2035
- 2.3 Competitive Snapshot
- 2.3.1 Top 10 Players by Revenue Share - 2025
- 2.3.2 Top 10 Players by Volume Share - 2025
- 2.3.3 Recent Strategic Developments (18-Month Summary)
- 2.4 Key Investment Highlights & Strategic Conclusions
Chapter 3. South Korea Tire Market Dynamics & Industry Analysis
- 3.1 Market Overview & Context
- 3.1.1 South Korea Tire Market Position in the Broader Automotive Value Chain
- 3.1.2 OEM vs. Replacement Market Dynamics
- 3.1.3 Market Maturity & Development Stage by Country
- 3.2 South Korea Tire Market Drivers
- 3.3 South Korea Tire Market Restraints & Challenges
- 3.4 South Korea Tire Market Opportunities
- 3.5 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 3.5.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 3.5.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 3.5.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 3.5.5 Competitive Rivalry - Intensity Assessment
- 3.6 South Korea Tire Value Chain Analysis
- 3.6.1 Upstream - Raw Material/Input Suppliers
- 3.6.1.1 Raw Material/Input 1
- 3.6.1.2 Raw Material/Input 2
- 3.6.1.3 Raw Material/Input 3
- 3.6.2 Midstream - Production/Manufacturing/Service Delivery
- 3.6.2.1 Production/Process Overview
- 3.6.2.2 Key Facility Locations & Capacity by Manufacturer
- 3.6.3 Downstream - Distribution & End Consumer
- 3.6.3.1 Primary Channel - B2B/OEM
- 3.6.3.2 Secondary Channels - Dealer, Retail, Online, Direct
- 3.6.4 Value Chain Profitability Analysis
- 3.6.1 Upstream - Raw Material/Input Suppliers
- 3.7 PESTEL Analysis
- 3.7.1 Political Factors
- 3.7.2 Economic Factors
- 3.7.3 Social Factors
- 3.7.4 Technological Factors
- 3.7.5 Environmental Factors
- 3.7.6 Legal Factors
- 3.8 South Korea Tire Supply Chain Analysis
- 3.8.1 Raw Material/Input Supply Risk Assessment
- 3.8.2 Manufacturing Concentration Risk (Geographic Exposure)
- 3.8.3 Trade Disruption Impact Analysis
- 3.9 Regulatory & Policy Landscape
Note: The regulatory and policy landscape section covers regulations based on their applicability to the market, South Korea Tire category, geography, and scope of the study. Only regulatory frameworks with a material impact on operations, compliance, trade, sustainability, or market access are analyzed in detail.
Chapter 4. Key Investment Pockets & Opportunity Analysis
- 4.1 South Korea Tire Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 4.1.1 By Country - Investment Attractiveness Matrix (Volume × CAGR)
- 4.1.2 By Season - Investment Attractiveness Matrix
- 4.1.3 By Rim Size - Investment Attractiveness Matrix
- 4.1.4 By Propulsion - Investment Attractiveness Matrix
- 4.1.5 By Vehicle Type - Investment Attractiveness Matrix
- 4.1.6 By Sales Channel - Investment Attractiveness Matrix
- 4.2 Absolute Revenue Growth Opportunity
- 4.2.1 By Country - Absolute USD Growth Through 2035
- 4.2.2 By Season - Absolute USD Growth
- 4.2.3 By Rim Size - Absolute USD Growth
- 4.2.4 By Propulsion - Absolute USD Growth
- 4.2.5 By Vehicle Type - Absolute USD Growth
- 4.2.6 By Sales Channel - Absolute USD Growth
- 4.3 Incremental Volume Opportunity
- 4.3.1 By Country - Incremental Volume Through 2035
- 4.3.2 By Season - Incremental Volume
- 4.4 Emerging Submarket Opportunity Deep Dive (Subject to Applicability)
- 4.5 Emerging Market Opportunity Scorecards
- 4.5.1 South Korea
Note: Emerging Market Opportunity Scorecards will be included based on relevance and strategic importance. Countries listed are indicative and may vary depending on data availability and market dynamics.
Chapter 5. South Korea Tire Import-Export Analysis & Trade Flows
- 5.1 South Korea Tire Trade Overview
- 5.1.1 South Korea Tire Export Value by Country (2020-2025)
- 5.1.2 South Korea Tire Export Volume by Country (2020-2025)
- 5.1.3 South Korea Tire Import Value by Country (2020-2025)
- 5.1.4 South Korea Tire Import Volume by Country (2020-2025)
- 5.1.5 Net Trade Balance by Country (2020-2025)
- 5.2 Export Analysis - By Season
- 5.2.1 Type 1 (HS Code)
- 5.2.2 Type 2 (HS Code)
- 5.2.3 Type 3 (HS Code)
- 5.2.4 Type 4 (HS Code)
- 5.2.5 Type 5 (HS Code)
- 5.3 Import Analysis - By Season
- 5.3.1 Type 1 (HS Code)
- 5.3.2 Type 2 (HS Code)
- 5.3.3 Type 3 (HS Code)
- 5.3.4 Type 4 (HS Code)
- 5.3.5 Type 5 (HS Code)
- 5.4 Average Unit Trade Prices
- 5.4.1 Average Export Price - By Season & Country
- 5.4.2 Average Import Price - By Season & Source Country
- 5.4.3 Price Trends (2020-2025)
- 5.5 Key Trade Route Analysis
- 5.5.1 Trade Route 1
- 5.5.2 Trade Route 2
- 5.5.3 Trade Route 3
- 5.5.4 Trade Route 4
- 5.5.5 Trade Route 5
- 5.6 Trade Policy Impact Assessment
- 5.6.1 US Anti-Dumping & Section 301 Tariffs
- 5.6.2 EU Customs Union Impact
- 5.6.3 Major Free Trade Agreements
- 5.6.4 USMCA Rules of Origin
Note: Trade policy analysis will be included only where relevant to the South Korea Tire market.
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape & Company Benchmarking
- 6.1 South Korea Tire Market Concentration & Structure
- 6.1.1 Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) - 2020 vs. 2025
- 6.1.2 Tier 1, Tier 2 & Tier 3 Market Structure
- 6.1.3 Global, Regional & Local Player Dynamics
- 6.2 South Korea Tire Market Share Analysis - 2025
- 6.2.1 South Korea Tire Revenue Share by Company
- 6.2.2 South Korea Tire Volume Share by Company
- 6.2.3 Regional Revenue Share
- 6.2.4 Market Share Evolution (2020 vs. 2025)
- 6.2.5 OEM Segment Share by Company
- 6.2.6 Replacement Segment Share by Company
- 6.3 Production/Delivery Capacity & Facility Analysis
- 6.3.1 South Korea Tire Installed Capacity
- 6.3.2 Capacity Utilization Rates
- 6.3.3 Production/Output Volume
- 6.3.4 Facility Locations & Capacity Map
- 6.3.5 Planned Capacity Additions
- 6.4 South Korea Tire Competitive Benchmarking Matrix
- 6.4.1 Revenue, Volume, CAGR & Profitability Comparison
- 6.4.2 Channel Revenue Mix
- 6.4.3 Geographic Revenue Exposure
- 6.4.4 R&D Intensity
- 6.4.5 Sustainability Maturity
- 6.5 Strategic Developments in South Korea Tire (Last 24 Months)
- 6.5.1 Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestments
- 6.5.2 New South Korea Tire Launches
- 6.5.3 Facility Expansions
- 6.5.4 Strategic Alliances, Joint Ventures & Partnerships
- 6.5.5 Distribution Expansion & Market Entry
- 6.5.6 Sustainability & ESG Initiatives
- 6.6 Competitive Strategy Mapping
- 6.6.1 Leader, Challenger, Follower & Niche Classification
- 6.6.2 Pricing Strategy Comparison
- 6.6.3 Channel Strategy Matrix
Note: Strategic developments are included based on their materiality and the availability of reliable information.
Chapter 7. South Korea Tire Market - By Season
- 7.1 Segment Overview
- 7.1.1 Market Volume Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 7.1.2 Market Revenue Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast Through 2035
- 7.1.4 Key Growth Drivers & Restraints
- 7.1.5 Leading Brands
- 7.2 Types Covered - By Season
- Summer
- All-Season
- Winter
Chapter 8. South Korea Tire Market - By Rim Size
- 8.1 Segment Overview
- 8.1.1 Market Volume Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 8.1.2 Market Revenue Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 8.1.3 Market Forecast Through 2035
- 8.1.4 Key Growth Drivers & Restraints
- 8.1.5 Leading Brands
- 8.2 Types Covered - By Rim Size
- Below 17 Inch
- 17 to 18 Inch
- 19 Inch and Above
Chapter 9. South Korea Tire Market - By Propulsion
- 9.1 Segment Overview
- 9.1.1 Market Volume Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 9.1.2 Market Revenue Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 9.1.3 Market Forecast Through 2035
- 9.1.4 Key Growth Drivers & Restraints
- 9.1.5 Leading Brands
- 9.2 Types Covered - By Propulsion
- ICE and Hybrid Vehicle Tires
- Battery Electric Vehicle Tires
Chapter 10. South Korea Tire Market - By Vehicle Type
- 10.1 Segment Overview
- 10.1.1 Market Volume Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 10.1.2 Market Revenue Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 10.1.3 Market Forecast Through 2035
- 10.1.4 Key Growth Drivers & Restraints
- 10.1.5 Leading Brands
- 10.2 Types Covered - By Vehicle Type
- Passenger Car
- SUV and Light Truck
- Truck and Bus
Chapter 11. South Korea Tire Market - By Sales Channel
- 11.1 Segment Overview
- 11.1.1 Market Volume Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 11.1.2 Market Revenue Share (2020, 2025 & 2026)
- 11.1.3 Market Forecast Through 2035
- 11.1.4 Key Growth Drivers & Restraints
- 11.1.5 Leading Brands
- 11.2 Types Covered - By Sales Channel
- OEM
- Replacement
Chapter 12. South Korea Tire Market - By Distribution Channel
- 12.1 Segment Overview
- 12.1.1 Volume & Revenue Split by Channel (2025 & 2035)
- 12.1.2 Channel Mix Evolution (2020-2035)
Chapter 13. Country Market Analysis - Overview
- 13.1 Country Overview
- 13.1.1 Country Volume Share
- 13.1.2 Country Revenue Share
- 13.1.3 Volume by Country
- 13.1.4 Revenue by Country
- 13.1.5 Country Forecast Through 2035
- 13.2 Cross-Country Segment Analysis
- 13.2.1 By Season
- 13.2.2 By Rim Size
- 13.2.3 By Propulsion
- 13.2.4 By Vehicle Type
- 13.2.5 By Sales Channel
- 13.2.6 By Distribution Channel
- 13.2.7 By Brand/Price Tier
Chapter 14. South Korea Tire Company Profiles
- 14.1 Hankook Tire & Technology
- 14.1.1 Company Overview
- 14.1.2 Key Management Personnel
- 14.1.3 Products & Services Portfolio
- 14.1.4 Financial Performance
- 14.1.5 Key Market Focus & Geographic Presence
- 14.1.6 Recent Developments & Strategic Initiatives
- 14.2 Kumho Tire
- 14.3 Nexen Tire
- 14.4 Michelin
- 14.5 Bridgestone
- 14.6 Continental
- 14.7 Pirelli
- 14.8 Goodyear
- 14.9 Sumitomo Rubber Industries
- 14.10 Yokohama Rubber
- 14.11 Toyo Tire
- 14.12 Zhongce Rubber Group (ZC Rubber)
- 14.13 Sailun Group
Note: The company profile list is preliminary and may change based on research findings, market developments, data availability, and client requirements.
Chapter 15. Appendices
- Appendix A - List of Abbreviations & Acronyms
- Appendix B - Industry Classification Code Reference - Full Series
- Appendix C - Production & Capacity Data Tables
- Appendix D - End-Use & Demand Base Tables
- Appendix E - Consumption & Replacement Rate Assumptions
- Appendix F - ASP Reference Tables
- Appendix G - Manufacturing & Facility Database
- Appendix H - Import-Export Data Tables
- Appendix I - Regulatory Summary Tables
- Appendix J - Primary Research Participant List (Anonymized)
- Appendix K - Primary Research Questionnaire Framework
- Appendix L - Data Sources & Bibliography
- Appendix M - Market Size Divergence & Source Comparison
Chapter 16. Research Methodology
- 16.1 Research Framework & Philosophy
- 16.2 Secondary Research - Sources, Hierarchy & Data Extraction
- 16.3 Data Modeling - Bottom-Up & Top-Down Market Sizing
- 16.4 Primary Research - Stakeholder Framework, LOI & Sample Sizes
- 16.5 Forecast Methodology - Regression, Scenario & Sensitivity Analysis
- 16.6 Quality Control - Four-Layer Validation Framework
- 16.7 Limitations & Standard Assumptions
- 16.8 Disclaimer