Citroën selects Bridgestone as OE supplier

ERJ staff report (DS)

Brussels -- For the first time in over 70 years, French car maker Citroën has selected Bridgestone tyres as original equipment fitments.

Bridgestone will supply tyres for the 2010 C3 compact and the DS3, the first model in Citroën's new premium DS line.

Citroën has selected Bridgestone's Potenza RE050A in 17-inch sizes (205/45 R17 88V XL) for the DS3 3-door hatchback. The tyre has an asymmetric tread design which provides high-level wet safety and meets Citroën's specification for outstanding dry braking performance.

Bridgestone's Turanza ER300 tyres were standard in 15-inch rim sizes (185/65 R15 88H) on the stylish new C3 5-door hatchback when it debuted in European showrooms last November.

“Bridgestone is extremely pleased to work with Citroën and supply flagship Potenza and Turanza tyres for the launch of these two exciting new models. Both our companies share the same commitment to creativity and technology” commented Mr Didier Schneider, Vice President Original Equipment, Bridgestone Europe. “Expanding our business with French car manufacturers and a top European player like Citroën strengthens our position as a global player”.

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Press release from Bridgestone