Established in 1931, Bridgestone is one of the worlds largest tire manufacturers. The company, which is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, deals with bicycles and industrial equipment among other things, but is mostly known for its superior rubber and innovation in tire technology. As of today, the brand sells its products in over 150 countries, and op
>>>lt;em>Dunlop was mixing various substances in an order to improve the quality of rubber. By serendipity, a mixture of sulfur and rubber fell on a stove and turned into vulcanized rubber. Vulcanization improves the flexibility resistance and prevents crumbling.Pneumatic tires were invented by R.W.
>>>The French Brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin pioneered the pneumatic tires for automobiles. In 1895, they took part in the ParisBordeaux car race. Though they did not win the race it kindled the interest of the public, which probably was their main interest. This helped them to become the leaders in pneumatic tire manufacturers in Europe. Legisla
>>>There were attempts in England and South Africa to manufacture tubeless tires in the thirties and forties. In England, a patent was granted to one Killen Tire in 1930. Wingfoot Corporation, a subsidiary of Goodyear in South Africa, got a patent in 1944. Both these companies could not make use of the patent as they encountered technical difficulties
>>>A large amount of work in tire development is motivated and supported by companies taking part in racing events like F1 and others. Defense and security agencies are others who have special requirements. The other motivating interests are like ecology, safety and, naturally, cost. The fast depletion of fossil-based raw materials and the mounting di
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