MRF established its first office in 1949 at Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The Company began as a manufacturer of toy balloons and other rubber products and then later on moved to manufacture tyres in 1961. MRF manufactures the largest range of tyres in India and enjoys the highest brand preference for superior quality, appearance and wearability. The Company manufactures the largest range of tyres in India and is the market leader with the largest market share in almost every segment of the tyre industry. Since 1984, MRF Tyres has consistently been chosen as OEM fitment by almost every major car manufacturer in India. Apart from tyres MRF also manufactures conveyor belts, pretreads and advanced polyurethane paints.