Yes, some Westlake SL309 tires could be made in China while others could be made in Thailand.

Westlake SL309 tires are made by Tireco., Inc, who also makes Milestar, Nankang, TracGard, Freestar, and Nanco branded tires.

No, Westlake SL309 tires are not noisy. The variable pitch tread pattern of the SL309 lowers road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.

Yes, Westlake SL309 tires can be used year-round thanks to their all-season rubber compound, lateral siping, open shoulders, and circumferential grooves that work together to increase traction and performance in dry, wet, and light winter weather conditions. The SL309 is not Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified, so it should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions.

No, the Westlake SL309 is not a directional tire. The symmetrical tread pattern of the SL309 promotes a longer tread life by fending off uneven wear and allowing the tire to be freely rotated.

Yes, Westlake SL309 tires are durable thanks to a steel-belted construction that boosts strength and durability for a higher load carrying capacity and greater resistance to damage.