BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION

Bridgestone Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, operates as a global manufacturer and vendor of tires and diverse rubber products. The company's business activities are segmented into two core divisions: Tires and Diversified Products. Under its Tires segment, Bridgestone offers a wide array of tires and inner tubes for an extensive range of vehicles, including passenger automobiles, commercial trucks and buses, heavy construction and mining equipment, industrial and agricultural machinery, aircraft, motorcycles, and scooters. This division also covers automotive components, retreading materials and services, vehicle maintenance and repair, tire raw materials, and other related offerings. The Diversified Products division encompasses vehicle parts, polyurethane foam and associated items, electronic precision components, various industrial materials, civil engineering and construction equipment and supplies, and commercial roofing materials. Additionally, this segment provides sporting goods like golf balls and clubs, bicycles and cycling accessories, as well as financial and other support services. Bridgestone further provides specialized solutions, including maintenance, IT, and sensing technology, to the mining, fleet, and agricultural sectors. The company boasts a significant global presence, with operations spanning Japan, the United States, China, the Asia Pacific, Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania. Founded in 1931, Bridgestone Corporation is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.