Bridgestone will raise prices in Europe

Dec. 18, 2007

Bridgestone Corp. will raise prices on tires for cars and light commercial vehicles from 3% to 5% in Europe.

The increases go into effect on Feb. 1.

"The increase in the cost in oil-based raw materials, natural rubber and energy has continued even beyond our expectations and stays at a historically high level," says Michihiro Suzuki, director, sales administration, for Bridgestone Europe.