Bridgestone is partnering with Indy car driver
Rahal reminds drivers to inflate, rotate and evaluate their tires before hitting the road for
As a new father, Rahal knows tire safety is just as critical on the open road as on the racetrack at speeds topping 240 mph.
Doing its part for National Tire Safety Week (
A recent Bridgestone survey1 of
This upcoming National Tire Safety Week, Bridgestone is partnering with veteran Indy car driver
'Many people don't realize that proper tire care is critical to vehicle performance, whether you're doing 240 mph on a superspeedway, navigating your daily commute, or taking that big summer road trip with your family,' said Rahal. 'As a new father and a racecar driver, safety is my passion. That's why I'm excited to partner with Bridgestone for National Tire Safety Week and remind all drivers to take care of their tires so that they can take care of you.'
Bridgestone reminds drivers that tire safety is as simple as three words - inflate, rotate and evaluate - and a few easy steps:
Inflate - Tire pressure should be checked monthly, as well as before long trips or when carrying an extra load, using a tire pressure gauge. Proper tire inflation pressure helps maximize vehicle performance, avoid irregular tire wear, and extend tire life. Drivers can find the correct tire inflation information for their vehicle in the vehicle owner's manual or on the tire information placard located in the driver side door panel.
Rotate - Routine tire rotation helps prevent uneven tire wear and maximizes tire tread life. Tires should be rotated and balanced according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations or every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. Visit an authorized Bridgestone dealer or company-owned retail location for support with tire rotation needs.
Evaluate - Drivers should check tread depth to make sure their tires have enough tread to grip the road. All it takes to check tread depth is a penny. Turn the penny upside down and dip it into the tread. If Lincoln's head is fully visible, it's time for new tires.
As a leading provider of commercial tires and mobility solutions, Bridgestone is also reminding truck drivers and fleet operators to be proactive in their tire management and maintenance this National Tire Safety Week. Key tire safety tips for commercial trucking include:
Do not exceed a tire's maximum recommended speed, which may be lower than the posted speed limits.
Select the right tire for the job, considering the proper tire size, load carrying capacity, speed capability, and service type.
Set and maintain proper cold inflation pressures.
Inspect tires frequently for damage such as cuts, cracks, bulges, penetrations, and insufficient tread depth.
Monitor tire temperatures using a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), if available.
National Tire Safety Week is an annual initiative aimed at helping consumers learn the essential steps for proper tire care and maintenance. The initiative is led by the
For more information on tire safety visit BridgestoneAmercias.com/tiresafety.
1 This research was designed to measure consumer attitudes and behaviors related to driving and travel plans for the upcoming summer months (
Many people don't realize that proper tire care is critical to vehicle performance, whether you're doing 240 mph on a superspeedway, navigating your daily commute, or taking that big summer road trip with your family. As a new father and a racecar driver, safety is my passion. That's why I'm excited to partner with Bridgestone for National Tire Safety Week and remind all drivers to take care of their tires so that they can take care of you.
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