Bridgestone, Pilot Introduce Fleet Tire Monitoring & Service Network
Bridgestone Americas and the Pilot Company announced a collaboration on an advanced tire monitoring and service network for commercial fleets at select travel center locations. This collaboration leverages Bridgestone Fleet Care mobility solutions and Pilot Company’s network of travel centers to provide more convenient, frequent and actionable fleet tire intelligence. The initial trial phase will
Bridgestone Adds Three Products to Firestone Classics Long- Haul Tire Line
Bridgestone Americas has introduced a new line of long-haul tires into the Firestone Classics tire line. The Firestone FS509 (steer radial), FD609 (drive radial) and FT409 (trailer radial) tires each combine proven tread designs with Bridgestone-engineered casings to provide fleets with long-lasting treadwear and mileage, plus the additional benefits of casing durability and retreadability, the
Bridgestone Adds VSWAS 23.5R25 Size to OTR Snow Tire Line
Bridgestone Americas announced the introduction of the VSWAS 23.5R25 V-Steel Snow Wedge all-season tire, a size expansion to the Bridgestone Off-the-Road (OTR) line of radial snow tires. Designed for grader and loader applications, the VSWAS 23.5R25 provides excellent performance in deep snow with a tread pattern that reduces stone holdings without the need for studs or chains,
Bridgestone’s Debra Hamlin Elected TIA Secretary
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) board elected Bridgestone Americas Inc. executive Debra Hamlin to secretary, June 24, during its summer board meeting in Orlando, Fla., the association says. A TIA board member for the past four years, Hamlin serves as the director of environment, health, safety and sustainability – Commercial Tire Division for Bridgestone Americas.
Bridgestone Announces Bandag Price Increase in U.S., Canada
In response to current market dynamics, Bridgestone announced it will increase prices up to 15% on all Bandag tread, cushion and some ancillary items, in the U.S and Canada effective Aug. 1. Members of the Bridgestone Commercial Sales teams are contacting customers to provide more detailed information about the changes.
Bridgestone Releases 3.0 Journey 2022 Corporate Value Report
Bridgestone Corporation has released its latest integrated report, Bridgestone 3.0 Journey 2022 Integrated Report. This report provides a comprehensive understanding of its approach and initiatives aimed at enhancing corporate value over the medium- to long-term, the company says. The Bridgestone Group says it has embarked on its new Bridgestone 3.0 Journey following its “third foundation.”
Bridgestone Donates in Support of Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Bridgestone Retail Operations recently celebrated the culmination of a two-week fundraising competition for Boys & Girls Clubs of America in partnership with NFL players from Tight End University (TEU). The campaign concluded at the TEU Summit in Nashville, where area club youth had the opportunity to engage with players and experience activities that emphasized the
Bridgestone, Dow Partner on Recyclable Tire Sealant Technology
Bridgestone Americas and Dow have partnered to develop B-SEALS, a recyclable, silicone-based tire sealant technology. The extended mobility solution represents more than four years of joint research and development between the two companies, Bridgestone says. B-SEALS technology provides sealant performance in the event of a puncture without compromising sustainability, the company says. Unlike conventional sealants
Bridgestone Touts Sustainability, Indycar Commitments at Advanced Tire Production Center Grand Opening
Bridgestone Americas celebrated the grand opening of its new Advanced Tire Production Center (ATPC) in Akron, Ohio – the city’s first new tire factory in over 70 years – June 22. The ATPC will manufacture all Firestone Firehawk race tires for the NTT Indycar Series. Home to 60 expert tire builders and manufacturing professionals, the new
Bridgestone Introduces New Bandag Drive Tire Tread
Bridgestone Americas has launched its new Bandag B713 FuelTech drive tire tread, which the company says is engineered to increase retread value for fleets. The new tread is SmartWay verified and delivers fuel efficiency as well as improved wear life without compromising on traction or reliable performance, the company says. The company says key innovations
