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Akron, OH

Bringing airless, sustainable tires made from shape memory alloys to market across mobility sectors.

• NASA-backed innovation: Commercializing shape memory alloy tire technology developed for space missions.
• Strategic partnerships: Collaborating with Hyundai, Kia, and NASA on product development and global exposure.
• Proven demand: 25,000+ customers on waitlist for METL bicycle tire, with millions of organic video views.
• Environmental impact: Reduces rubber use, eliminates flats, improves fuel economy, and decreases tire waste.
• Award-winning products: Recognized by TIME, CES, and major media for innovation and sustainability.

The SMART Tire Company is fundraising to bring to market a new category of airless tires made with shape memory alloys—a technology originally developed by NASA. The company’s goal is to offer a sustainable, flat-free alternative to traditional pneumatic tires, addressing the safety, environmental, and performance shortcomings of current rubber-based solutions. By replacing disposable, air-filled tires with durable and recyclable options, the company aims to tackle waste and pollution in the $300B+ global tire market. Funds raised will support product launch initiatives, production readiness, and expansion into automotive, micro-mobility, and aerospace segments.

With a 25,000+ customer waitlist, collaborations with Hyundai and NASA, and recognition from TIME and CES, the company has demonstrated strong demand and industry validation. SMART Tire’s patented technology enables lower rolling resistance, improved fuel efficiency, and longer lifespan compared to conventional tires. Its flagship METL bicycle tire and upcoming scooter tire are set to launch in 2025, while lunar and special vehicle tires are already involved in NASA programs. The company also holds multiple U.S. and international patents, and a licensing agreement with NASA. SMART Tire is using this funding round to accelerate manufacturing, scale commercialization, and maintain independence as it pursues mainstream adoption.

Company Info

The SMART Tire Company creates airless, shape-memory alloy tires that offer a sustainable, high-performance alternative to traditional rubber tires.

The SMART Tire Company is developing a new category of airless, sustainable tires using shape memory alloy (SMA) technology originally pioneered by NASA. These SMART tires are designed to be flat-free, lightweight, highly durable, and recyclable, offering a more efficient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional rubber tires. The company’s products include bicycle, scooter, and lunar rover tires, with broader applications planned for passenger vehicles and aerospace. With a waiting list of over 25,000 customers and a projected $32M in revenue by 2026, SMART Tire is positioning itself as a disruptor in the $300B+ global tire market.

The company has formed strategic partnerships with major players such as Hyundai and NASA, secured multiple patents, and received awards including TIME Best Inventions and CES Innovation Awards. Its current focus is the launch of its METL bicycle tire and SMART scooter tire, while continuing to develop automotive and aerospace applications. SMART Tire’s innovation aims to tackle safety issues like flats and blowouts, while also addressing the significant environmental impact of conventional tire manufacturing and disposal.