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DOT issues 22 new tire factory codes in 2016

The U.S. Department of Transportation issued 22 new DOT plant identification codes in the past year for tire factories worldwide, including 14 for plants in China.

Tire makers honored in Germany

Three tire makers were among the winners of this year's Tire Technology International Awards held on Feb. 15 in Hanover, part of Tire Technology Expo 2016.

Bridgestone readying Tirematics for continuous monitoring

A TPMS-based monitoring service has been offered as part of Bridgestone’s fleet service programme since 2013.

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26.09.2016

Bridgestone fights against copyright infringers

The series of decisions rendered by the Bureau of Legal Affairs (“BLA”) leave no doubt that the BRIDGESTONE trademark has solidified its status as a well-known mark in the Philippines and Bridgestone Corporation has secured exclusive rights to use the ‘STONE’ element of its BRIDGESTONE mark.

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30.08.2016

Bridgestone DriveGuard wins prestigious award

Bridgestone’s new DriveGuard tyre has been crowned as the Auto Express Product of the Year for 2016, just two months after its launch.

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13.06.2016

Bridgestone VHS2 – 10% longer tread life and higher wear resistance

The Bridgestone off-the-road crane tyre range has been extended through the introduction of the VHS2 (V-steel Highway Service 2). According to Bridgestone, the VHS2 is designed to provide longer-lasting performance and a better return on investment for today’s all-terrain cranes.

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12.04.2016

Firestone introduces on/off range, extends on-road portfolio

A new line-up of Firestone tyres designed for both on- and off-road use aims to provide users with high levels of durability, long wear life and good grip over a wide range of tough terrain. Upon introducing its FS822 Steer, FD833 Drive and FT833 Trailer tyres, Bridgestone Europe says the trio “bring Firestone’s renowned no-nonsense, cost-effective approach to the on/off segment.”