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Bridgestone Duravis R207A as Hino Dutro Z EV’s OE Tyre
Bridgestone Corporation has announced that its Duravis R207A tyres have been selected as original equipment
battery electric truck.
Released in Japan on 28th June, the Duravis R207A tyre is the result of the two companies’ long-term co-creation. The new - ture the innovative tyre technology, Enliten, optimised for electric vehicle application.
With Enliten technology, the new tyres combine reductions of rolling resistance and weight, and high wear resistance using the latest tread compound, pattern and tyre casing. It also con- tributes to extended driving distance, lower environmental im- and saving resources of tyre materials, and improved productivi- ty with a reduced frequency of recharging and tyre replacement.
The Bridgestone Group has positioned Enliten as a new premi- um for EV era, it will be expanded of the values not only as a tyre technology, but also as an Enliten Business Strategy. Through the ENLITEN Business Strategy, the Group will maximise social value and customer value by simultaneously creating values that can sometimes be contradictory, such as "business growth &
sustainability" and "customisation of tyre performance & produc- tivity improvement / cost optimisation throughout value chain."
Aeolus Acquires 30-Per Cent Stake in Prometeon Tyre Group
ChemChina plans to entrust the 38-per cent equity of Prometeon Tyre Group (PTG) to Aeolus after obtain- ing the necessary internal authorisation.
On 29th June, 2022, Aeolus Tyre Co, Ltd received the Of- 38-Per Cent Equity of Prometeon Tyre Group S.r.l.’ from its controlling shareholder, China National Tire & Rubber Co, Ltd.
- ber, 2021, ChemChina signed an agreement to acquire the 38-per cent stake in PTG held by High Grade (HK) Invest- - cedure with the relevant state ministries and commissions
Aeolus reminds investors that the custody matters described
necessary internal authorisation process and therefore, they need to properly consider the investment potential risks.
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