Bridgestone

About Bridgestone

Bridgestone is a Japanese tire and rubber-products manufacturer founded in 1931.

History and development

Shojiro Ishibashi founded Bridgestone Tire Co. in Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture. The name comes from translating his surname Ishibashi — “stone bridge” — and reversing the word order. The company grew from a Japanese tire maker into an international mobility and rubber-technology group.

What does Bridgestone make or offer?

Tires for passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles and specialist equipment, plus industrial rubber products and mobility solutions.

Origin and country of manufacture

Bridgestone is a Japanese tire and rubber-products manufacturer founded in 1931. The manufacturing country of a specific product can differ because international companies produce and assemble goods in multiple countries.

Frequently asked questions about Bridgestone

Which country is Bridgestone from?

Bridgestone is a Japanese tire and rubber-products manufacturer founded in 1931. This describes the brand’s origin; an individual product may be manufactured in another country.

What does Bridgestone make or offer?

Tires for passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles and specialist equipment, plus industrial rubber products and mobility solutions.

Official website: https://www.bridgestone.com/