Saturday, February 21, 2026

the Goodyear Proving Grounds Ms. Tira Val-ewe-ator. (tire evaluator) specifically designed with local artist Ashley Perales, of Pop of Color, to display the 80 plus years of the Goodyear Proving Grounds, San Angelo, Texas


 Downtown San Angelo Inc. created the Sheeptacular Art project in 2007 as a tribute to the burgeoning sheep industry that has been crucial to the growth of San Angelo over the years. Not only has the sheep industry been an important facet of San Angelo's history, but it is also a key part of West Texas heritage.”

On Monday April 14, 2025, the Goodyear Proving Grounds Texas joined the ranks of over 200 local businesses and organizations and unveiled their coveted sheep statue.

The San Angelo facility covers 7,250 acres and includes 58 miles of roads and track, 14 miles of fence and more than 200 test vehicles. Associates there test approximately 20,000 tires annually. There are 53 different test surfaces, ranging from asphalt and concrete to bricks, blocks, dirt, mud and more.

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1201720091740617&set=pb.100057079136090.-2207520000

https://www.tirereview.com/goodyear-75-years-proving-grounds

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