Harvey Samuel Firestone (1868–1938) was an American businessman and the founder of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company, one of the leading tire manufacturers in the early 20th century. Born on 20 December 1868, in Columbiana, Ohio, Firestone started his career in the carriage and bicycle tire business.
In 1900, he founded the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio, which quickly became a prominent player in the tire industry. Firestone's company supplied tires for Henry Ford's Model T automobiles, and the two entrepreneurs developed a close business relationship.
Firestone was a pioneer in the mass production of tires, contributing to the growth of the automotive industry. His company also played a significant role in the development of synthetic rubber during World War II. Harvey S. Firestone passed away on 07 February 1938, leaving behind a legacy as an industrialist and entrepreneur in the American automotive and rubber industries.
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