GOODYEAR NAMES 42ND HIGHWAY HERO AWARD WINNER

General Transport driver honored after helping save fellow truck driver from burning vehicle

AKRON, Ohio, October 21, 2026 - The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) today announced the winner of the 42nd Goodyear Highway Hero Award: Joseph Stanekenas, a professional driver for General Transport.

Stanekenas was recognized for his courageous actions following a serious highway accident involving a semi-truck that had collided with another trailer and caught fire. Upon witnessing the crash, Stanekenas immediately parked his vehicle and rushed to assist the driver trapped inside the burning truck.

Assisted by fellow commercial driver Charles Johnson, Stanekenas led the rescue despite the dangerous conditions. Together, the two men were able to pull the driver from the vehicle and move him to safety. Thanks to Stanekenas' initial swift response and a joint willingness to put themselves at risk to help a stranger, the driver survived the incident.

The Goodyear Highway Hero Award was established in 1983 and recognizes professional truck drivers across the U.S. and Canada who demonstrate exceptional courage and selflessness while on the job.

"Joseph has been a driver for General Transport for four years and is always willing to go above and beyond in every aspect," said Karly Becker, Director of Safety, General Transport. "It is a pleasure to have Joseph as part of our fleet, but our honor to nominate his heroic actions through Goodyear's Highway Hero Award to save a stranger's life."

"Professional truck drivers keep goods and services moving across North America every day, but their impact often extends far beyond the freight they haul," said Joe Stuglis, Vice President, Commercial Sales North America, Goodyear. "Joseph and Charles demonstrated extraordinary courage and selflessness when they stopped to help a fellow driver in a life-threatening situation. Their actions made a difference, and we are proud to recognize their bravery."

As the 42nd Highway Hero Award recipient, Stanekenas will receive a cash prize and a ride aboard the iconic Goodyear Blimp. In recognition of the teamwork and courage that made the rescue possible, Charles Johnson will also be invited to participate in the Blimp experience.

The Goodyear Highway Hero Award is one way Goodyear recognizes the important contributions of the commercial trucking industry and the professional drivers who help keep North America's roads, businesses and communities moving every day.

About the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 60,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.