Bridgestone’s Innovation Center Receives LEED GOLD Certification
Bridgestone Corporation announced that B-Innovation, an innovation center located within Bridgestone Innovation Park (Kodaira City, Tokyo) has been awarded LEED GOLD certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This is the fifth Bridgestone Group base in the world to receive LEED GOLD certification and the first in Japan. Based on its corporate commitment, “Bridgestone
Michelin Promotes EV Tires Via Volta EV Charging Network
Volta Inc. partnered with Michelin North America, Inc. to bring the mobility brand’s “Motion For Life” campaign to millions of EV drivers and consumers in the U.S. The campaign showcased Michelin’s innovative tires designed to maximize EV performance, making Volta—both an EV charging and media network—the ideal platform to meaningfully reach audiences while positively impacting
NRS Discusses Service Changes Demanded by Electric Vehicles
EV service process are poised to change, but quality brake pad needs remain
Two Ways That EVs Will Change Vehicle Maintenance, and One Major Way it Won’t
There’s no doubt that the increased market penetration of new EV sales will impact the service process once EVs begin to age. While there’s much to be said about the potential of reduced cost of ownership related to EVs, they will still need to be serviced regularly. To make sure your shop is prepared, here
Bendix Recognized by U.S Department of Energy
At Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems’ manufacturing operation in Huntington, Indiana, more than 2,600 panels are lined up in perfect rows, covering a large field next to Plant 1. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has taken note of the 1.168-megawatt solar installation as well: DOE named the Bendix solar effort a 2022 Better Project Award
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 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.”
Nokain Tyres Boasts Savings from Solar Energy at Dayton Factory
In the first half of 2022, Nokian Tyres says it saved the energy equivalent of one million miles driven or two million pounds of coal by using solar power at its North American production factory. Nokian Tyres’ three-megawatt solar panels fully power the administration building at its Dayton, Tennessee campus and power a portion of production,
Goodyear Releases Corporate Responsibility 2021 Report
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company released its report on corporate responsibility performance for 2021. Goodyear says the report summarizes the progress the company made toward achieving its short- and long-term sustainability goals while demonstrating its commitment to ethical and sustainable processes, materials and programs. Goodyear says its 2021 report is organized around the four pillars of
Monro, Inc. Publishes 2022 Responsibility Report
Monro, Inc. has released its second annual Corporate Responsibility Report, “Responsibility Drives Monro.Forward.” The report covers Monro’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts for fiscal year 2022. Monro says the report highlights the actions it is taking every day to care for its teammates and guests to make a positive impact on the communities where
How Indycar Tire Production is Leading the Sustainability Charge
Bridgestone is certainly no stranger to advancing sustainable tire manufacturing practices. Be it addressing end-of-life tire waste, investing in rubber alternatives like the Guayule plant or sourcing tire plant electricity from renewable energy sources like hydro, geothermal, solar and wind energy, Bridgestone has made sustainability-minded headlines in the past year with the goal to be
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
