Salem Yokohama plant marks two major milestones Evan Jones December 24, 2015 1 min read The Yokohama Tire plant in Salem passed two major milestones as 2015 neared an end. It’s the 25th anniversary there, and Yokohama says it recently produced its 80 millionth tire in Salem. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Police: illegal immigrant charged with Roanoke murder of half brotherNext: Local musicians team up for kid-oriented rock album Related Stories 1 min read GoFest turns 15 this weekend in downtown Roanoke and at Explore Park Gene Marrano October 13, 2025 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025