Dunlop is a leading brand of tires and rubber products, founded in the United Kingdom in 1888 by John Boyd Dunlop. It began by inventing pneumatic tires for bicycles, and then expanded to include tires for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and airplanes. Known for high quality and innovation, it is a sponsor of many major sporting events such as Formula 1 races. Today, it is part of the American Goodyear group and has a global presence.