City of Akron tire giant Goodyear Goodyear got some good news yesterday. The company earned a seven year contract with New York City Transit, the nation's largest transit bus fleet. Goodyear will supply tires and business solutions for the organization.

Officials at Goodyear were thrilled with the news. Joseph Copeland, Goodyear vice president of commercial tire systems said in a statement via press release:

"This is an important contract for Goodyear, retaining the largest transit bus fleet in North America. Moreover, it is a tremendous vote of confidence in our products and the service provided by our Goodyear associates in the depots every day."