Bridgestone Tires Quick Bio and Tires for Sale
The Bridgestone Tire & Rubber Company, originally of Japan, is a leader in the production of auto and truck tires but it may be most famous for its involvement in the world of racing, which began in the 1963 Japanese Grand Prix. Supplying tires for Formula One, the IndyCar Series, LeMans, MotoGP and many other racing series’ has given Bridgestone the everyday, international recognition that has made it synonymous with racing and ultra-high performance tires. With its official beginning in 1931, the Bridgestone Tire & Rubber Company was the ambitious idea of founder Shojiro Ishibashi. He named the company after the English translation of his name (ishi = stone, bashi = bridge). Using funds from his families successful company, which made socks with rubber soles, or jika-tabi, he saw an opportunity to take his knowledge of rubber and apply it to the growing industry of automobile tires. By improving quality and pioneering new technologies, such as rayon cord, nylon and radial tires, Bridgestone overcame early struggles related to limited Japanese technologies and the effects of World War II, and emerged as Japan’s tire and rubber industry leader.
In an effort to gain a stronger international foothold, the Bridgestone Co. purchased the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1998. Together they formed Bridgestone Firestone North America, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. That was followed up in 2006 with the purchase of Bandag Incorporated, a leader in manufacturing and retreading truck tires. Bridgestone’s leadership position has allowed it to continue pioneering the technologies that have shaped the tire industry over the years. Today they’re not only a leader in the production of auto and truck tires but have expanded to include agricultural, aircraft and bicycle tires, automobile parts and golf equipment.
Bridgestone’s Potenza high and ultra-high performance tires offer unparalleled grip and control for your passenger car. Fitting your vehicle with Potenza tires will allow your high performance vehicle to reach its full potential, giving you the confidence to maneuver in ways previously unimaginable. Partnering with the finest automakers and leading professional racing and motorsports teams, Potenza tires take track inspired technology and infuse it into the consumer market. The Potenza RE050A Pole Position “brings racing inspired technology to drivers looking for something extra.”† The Potenza RE92 is designed to be an OE (original equipment) tire replacement on partner vehicles. If traction is what you’re looking for, try the Potenza RE980AS. This all-season high performance tire is sure to give you the confidence you need on wet and dry surfaces. With a wide selection of Potenza tires, there are many offerings to suit the different needs of today’s demanding, high performance vehicles and varying weather conditions and surfaces.
With today’s consumers looking to leave a smaller footprint on the environment, they expect all aspects of their vehicles to adhere to this ideal, and the tires are no exception; enter Bridgestone’s Ecopia tires. Designed to increase MPG’s (miles per gallon) by lowering the rolling resistance, Ecopia tires are “made from ground up post consumer tires, which contribute to 5% of the tread compound.”† The Ecopia EP422 provides the all-season touring tire you require, without sacrificing ride comfort or control. With the EP-02 and EP20 Ecopia tires you can be confident that you’re getting the best in OE tires. If you desire a tire that takes a stance against environmental excess and limits your carbon, while still having a wide range of vehicle applications, browse our online showroom for Bridgestone’s Ecopia tires.
If you have a light truck or SUV, Bridgestone’s Dueler all-terrain tires may be exactly what you’re looking for. With a wide range of offerings, Dueler tires will accommodate a variety of needs, including sport, all-season, eco-friendly, high performance, off-road, and original equipment. What about quiet comfort combined with all-season performance? Bridgestone’s Turanza tires have accomplished this feat and now you no longer have to choose between the two. With Serenity technology you now get longer tread wear and a smooth, comfortable, and quiet ride on wet and dry surfaces. With Bridgestone offering an amazing selection, browse the Dueler tires for the best in all-terrain traction and performance, with numerous applications. Turanza tires are ideal for a comfortable and quiet, all-season, luxury ride.
Throughout its history Bridgestone Tires has been a trusted partner of many of the world’s leading automakers, providing original equipment tires for more than 50 years. No matter your vehicle or need, you can be sure that you’re getting a set of tires that will perform, not only as you expect but also as the automaker intended.
Whether the Potenza line of high and ultra-high performance tires, the Ecopia line of fuel-efficient, eco-friendly tires, the Dueler branded all-terrain tires, or a number of other tire models, Bridgestone’s knowledge and years of industry leading service means you benefit from their vast experience and expertise in creating the highest quality tires. If you’re interested in a set of Bridgestone tires, then we’re confident you’ll find a set of tires at Next Tires that will fit your car, truck or SUV tire needs. If you need help with which Bridgestone tire best suits your driving needs, then please contact us at 1-800-360-5459 and we’ll be glad to help you find you Next set of Bridgestone Tires. Or you can email us at sales@nexttires.com or support@nexttires.com.
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† From Bridgestone Tires website.
