Bridgestone’s cost of ownership commitment
Driving down the cost of ownership and making every penny go further has never been more crucial, according to tyre giant Bridgestone, which says it is reaching out to offer commercial fleets assistance.
“As a world leading mobility solutions provider, Bridgestone prides itself on working in customer-centric ways to benefit fleets; providing added value on a daily basis no matter the size or unique requirement of a business,” said the company.
Bridgestone says its commercial support has always represented more than its premium tyres in isolation, with a number of compelling factors working together to keep firms on the right road.
The company highlights products such as its Duravis R002 and range of fuel-efficient Ecopia tyres – featuring the latest Ecopia Enliten range – which it says offers significant fuel savings and environmental benefits.
In addition, says Bridgestone, its extensive network of independent tyre dealers ensures a consistent and high standard of service wherever a fleet operates.
“The Bridgestone Partner network provides a service oriented and experienced, qualified technicians with industry leading response times,” said the firm.
“Strategies include a major focus on tyre husbandry, an increased emphasis on setting correct tyre pressure and a detailed review of removed tyres, to avoid premature removal and to ensure that all parties are properly managing the use of tyres throughout their life.
“To supplement this, Bridgestone also provides fleet management tools for even greater efficiencies. With its FleetBridge reporting system, businesses can track the condition of every tyre fitted to every vehicle with full transparency. FleetBridge automates tyre management workflows between a team, Bridgestone Partner dealers, and Bridgestone’s fleet administration to save on time and improve efficiency.
“And its Fleetcare plan also integrates Bridgestone’s tyre solutions with Webfleet, Europe’s top telematics system, for insights into fleet status, service records, and cost tracking.
“Fleetcare reduces operating costs yet further, thanks to a complete package from a single mobility partner. It is customisable to the unique needs of any business and aims to reduce total cost of ownership, increase customer satisfaction, save time, support compliance, maximise safety and security and enhance sustainability.”
The new Bridgestone Ecopia Enliten range is the latest generation of the long-haul tyre line-up Ecopia, says Bridgestone, supporting fleets with best-in-class fuel efficiency and improved mileage.
“Enliten is a combination of cutting-edge technologies providing maximum safety, outstanding tyre performance, improved sustainability characteristics and reduced ownership costs, while making tyres both EV and future-ready,” said the company.
“It supplements the Ecopia H002, which achieves best in class fuel efficiency through an EU label A-A-A grade combination in steer, drive and trailer.
“Meanwhile, Duravis R002 offers a boosted wear life that is up to 45 per cent improved on its predecessor and a cost per kilometre that is reduced by 15 per cent vs predecessor (average steer, drive and trailer).
“Bridgestone also prides itself on its new Bandag Hotread range, the reliable, cost-effective and sustainable retread solution, supporting the transition towards a circular economy.”
