Bridgestone Names Racing Tire Director

Nov. 1, 2019

Bridgestone Americas Inc. has named Cara Adams director, race tire engineering & production, Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations and Firestone Racing.

In her new position, Adams will oversee Bridgestone's complete race tire production process in support of the Firestone brand's role as sole supplier of the NTT IndyCar Series.

A 16-year Bridgestone veteran, she most recently served as chief engineer, "responsible for leading the teams that oversee all race tire design and track-side support," according to Bridgestone officials.

The company recently announced a multi-year extension with the NTT IndyCar Series and the Indianapolis 500 through 2025.