Bridgestone ships 10 million run-flats

June 6, 2008

Bridgestone Corp. has shipped its 10 millionth run-flat tire. The company has shipped five million run-flats since August 2006.

"Bridgestone Group recognizes run-flat tires as strategic products," say company officials.

"As run-flat tires can also contribute greatly to safety and reduce environmental burden, Bridgestone will strive to further permeate and expand the market."

Bridgestone produces run-flats at six plants in four countries: Japan, the United States, Poland and South Africa.

*Bridgestone Group produces run-flat tires at six plants in four countries worldwide - Japan, the United States, Poland and South Africa (As of April 30, 2008).

The 10 million run-flat tires shipped were self supporting run-flats, note Bridgestone officials.