Women In Trucking Association partners with Bridgestone Americas
Bridgestone Americas says it hopes to empower women in trucking and promote diversity in the industry.
Bridgestone Americas names new president of commercial truck group
Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) recently announced Steve Hoeft will assume the role of president of its commercial truck group, effective immediately. The commercial truck group includes the company’struck & bus radial (TBR) business. Hoeft has been with Bridgestone since 2017 and previously served as chief operating officer (COO) for the Commercial Truck Group. In his new
Bridgestone Americas to shut down manufacturing in North America, Latin America due to Coronavirus
Bridgestone Americas has announced a temporary phased shutdown of its manufacturing facilities in North America and Latin America. The temporary shutdown will begin the weekend of March 21 with all facilities planning to resume normal operations on or before Sunday, April 12. The company says it will continue to monitor the situation closely and adjust
Bridgestone Americas tube business plant celebrates 50 Years
Bridgestone Americas Tube Business (BATB), based in Russellville, Ark., celebrated 50 years of manufacturing inner tube products and supporting its local community as a business partner and community member. The facility produced its first butyl inner tube on Oct. 24, 1964, manufacturing 14,650 units per day. Fifty years later, the plant has the capacity to produce
Bridgestone surpasses 200 million commercial tire sensor readings
Bridgestone Fleet Care allows fleet operators to address tire-related issues, aiming to reduce downtime.
Bridgestone announces $550 million expansion of Tennessee tire plant
The plant will incorporate technology for digital readiness in tires, such as tire-mounted sensors that support data-driven insights.
Bridgestone introduces ultra-wide Greatec M703 Ecopia tire for long-haul fleets
The Greatec M703 Ecopia is currently available in a 445/50R22.5 size.
Bridgestone, Pilot Company surpass expansion goals for fleet tire monitoring, service network
The use of the Bridgestone advanced tire monitoring system at Pilot and Flying J travel centers enables both companies to expand their service offerings.
Bridgestone plant recognized for safety
This recognition aligns with the “Emotion,” “Ease” and “Empowerment” values of the Bridgestone E8 Commitment.
Bridgestone on pace to achieve record YOY Bandag growth
Retreading is an important solution fleets are incorporating into their tire programs that not only extends the life of tires, but helps reduce environmental impact.
