BRIDGESTONE

Bridgestone is a Japanese corporation founded in 1931, specializing in the production of automotive tires. The company develops tires for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, heavy machinery, and aviation. Manufacturing facilities focus on the creation of tread patterns and rubber compound formulations for various road conditions. The brand operates as an independent public company. The product range covers summer, winter, and all-season tire segments.

Country

Japan

Brand History

1. 1931: Shojiro Ishibashi founds Bridgestone Tire Co., Ltd. in Kurume. 2. 1988: Acquisition of the American tire manufacturer Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. 3. 2005: Introduction of second-generation Run-Flat technology for the mass market. 4. 2014: Launch of a sustainability strategy focusing on renewable materials.

Key OEM Customers

Toyota, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Nissan, Honda, Mazda

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements Enliten technology, which reduces tire weight and rolling resistance, lowering CO2 emissions. The 'E8 Commitment' program aims for the use of 100% sustainable materials by 2050.

Brand Authentication

A DOT code is molded into the tire sidewall, where the last four digits indicate the week and year of manufacture. The marking is applied via hot stamping in the mold during vulcanization.

Certificates

ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949.