Bridgestone Americas returned to AGG1 to officially debut its new V-STEEL Z TRACTION (VZT) construction tire, the company’s latest 25-in. product innovation for loader and grader applications. Bridgestone also spotlighted its full lineup of engineering solutions, a suite of best-in-class services aimed at helping customers achieve lower total cost of ownership.
“Bridgestone was excited to officially debut our new VZT construction tire at AGG1 in Nashville, the home of our Americas headquarters,” said Rob Seibert, president, off-the-road, U.S. and Canada, Bridgestone Americas. “With job-site productivity top of mind for construction operators, the VZT is engineered to help deliver enhanced tire life and keep construction sites moving. When coupled with our engineering solutions portfolio, Bridgestone can help job sites get the most out of their products.”
The new Bridgestone VZT is designed to maximize tire life and help reduce total cost of ownership. Among the VZT’s features are:
- Advanced tread compounds engineered to help improve heat, cut, and tear, and increase total tire life by up to 15% compared to previous generation product.
- A new tread pattern design with 9% improved traction, with low-angle center block and self-cleaning wide shoulder groovers for wet, muddy surfaces, and challenging terrain.
- Optimal sidewall shape and protectors to help minimize damage and enhance defense against tears and cuts.
Along with VZT, Bridgestone also spotlighted its full package of Engineering Solutions at AGG1. Bridgestone Engineering Solutions offers expert field engineers that partner with customers to help optimize tires and job-site efficiency. Bridgestone provides nine engineering solutions, including heat and weight studies, in- and out-of-service inspections, GPS assessments, G-Force studies, site assessment and consultation, and more, all designed to help customers achieve their full operating potential.
Bridgestone Americas, www.bridgestoneamericas.com