News - 2018

Bridgestone TURANZA Tires Featured as Original Equipment on the Lexus UX

2018/03/29

Tokyo (March 28, 2018) - Bridgestone Corporation today announced that its Turanza EL450 tire with run-flat technology (RFT) will be supplied as original equipment on the new Lexus UX crossover vehicle. The Lexus UX was unveiled during the 88th International Geneva Motor Show in March 2018, and will be on display at the 2018 New York International Auto Show beginning March 30, 2018.

The Turanza EL450 tire to be equipped on the Lexus UX features a new tread rubber compound developed exclusively for this vehicle. This compound enables the tires to contribute to the luxurious driving sensation,superior steering responsiveness and driving stability that Lexus UX users want, while still offering the extended mobility of a run-flat tire.

Bridgestone run-flat tires are engineered to go up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) at up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) per hour to safety after a puncture or a loss of pressure. Additionally, run-flat tires can help reduce the total weight of a vehicle by eliminating the need for a spare tire. Run-flat tires also can contribute to a reduction in the use of resources by eliminating spare tires which are often disposed of without being used.

Through the widespread use of run-flat tires, Bridgestone aims to contribute to the realization of a safe and stable mobile society while reducing overall environmental impact.

Tire pattern： TURANZA EL450 RFT Tire size： 225/50RF18 95V	UX250h"F SPORT"

The Bridgestone Group has acquired permission from Lexus to use the image of the Lexus UX vehicle in this press release. Reproduction and/or redistribution of this image is strictly prohibited.

About Bridgestone Corporation:
Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest tire and rubber company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world.