Big news for Bridgestone Tire maker extends IndyCar pact,to build race tire plant in Akron

摘要

AKRON-Bridgestone Americas Inc.plans to build a dedicated race tire plant in Akron near its Americas Technical Center to replace a decades-old race-tire unit operating in the former Firestone Tire & Rubber Co.headquarters building.The decision coincides with Bridgestone extending its Firestone race-tire supply contract with the IndyCar Series for five additional seasons,through 2025,Cara Adams,chief engineer for Bridgestone Americas Motorsports,said at a news conference Feb.6 at the tech center.Bridgestone has been IndyCar's sole tire supplier since 2000.