“BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV, a Premium High-Performance for EVs with the Cutting-Edge ENLITEN® Technology” Selected as Original Equipment to Elevate a New EV “MG4 XPOWER” from MG

The new high- performance EV, MG4 XPOWER from MG and BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV with ENLITEN technology

· BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV, a premium high-performance tire for EVs developed with the innovative technology, ENLITEN, has been selected by MG as the original equipment for a new pure electric hatchback with high performance, MG4 XPOWER, launched in Thailand as of March 25, 2024.

· BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV with the cutting-edge ENLITEN technology enables to reduce weight. Moreover, it has better rolling resistance, promoting better electric efficiency over the distance charging per 1 time.It is further enhanced by MG's 5-Link Suspension, which improves grip on wet and dry roads. Additionally, it enhances convenient driving, elevating MG's One Pedal system driving experience.

[Bangkok] (April 19, 2024) - Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd., officially announced that  BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV, the premium high-performance tire for EVs developed from the combination of multiple cutting-edge technologies, ENLITEN, has been selected by MG to enhance premium and convenient driving of the new fun-to-drive and high-performance EV, MG4 XPOWER launched in Thailand as of March 25, 2024.

By supplying tires with the innovative tire technology,” ENLITEN”, which Bridgestone positions as the new premium in the EV era, the company strives to achieve its corporate commitment for "Energy: Committed to the realization of a carbon neutral mobility society" described in its "Bridgestone E8 Commitment”.

The fitment for the new high-performance EV, MG4 XPOWER from MG is BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV with ENLITEN technology, fitting rims 18 inches, developed with key features without any compromise on performance or safety:              

· By reducing weight and redesigning the structure of the tire, it enhances efficiency by reducing rolling resistance, promoting better electric efficiency over the distance charging per 1 time.

· By utilizing three-dimensional tire groove design technology combined with appropriate tread pattern and depth design, and evenly distributing tire contact patches, it enhances grip on wet and dry roads.

· By developing tire tread pattern and depth design technology combined with appropriate distribution of tire contact patches, it further enhances convenient driving.

· With CO2 emissions reduction from the tire production process to driving, it contributes to a lower environmental impact.

BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV with ENLITEN technology

BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T005 EV with ENLITEN technology as original equipment for the new high-performance EV, MG4 XPOWER from MG

The new high-performance EV, MG4 XPOWER from MG key features:

NEW MG4 ELECTRIC is a pure electric hatchback and a new standard of a fun-to-drive EV with MG4 XPOWER. This is a high-performance, 4WD EV Hot Hatch equipped with a dual motor setup which can produce 435 hp of peak output and a peak torque of 600 Nm. MG4 ELECTRIC has a low center of gravity, McPherson Strut independent front suspension and  5-Link independent rear suspension to minimize vibration from road surface and maximize traction. With One Pedal system, the model offers a more convenient driving experience and a more stable driving range estimation.

The new high- performance EV, MG4 XPOWER from MG

About Bridgestone in Thailand

Headquartered in Tokyo, Bridgestone Corporation is a global leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions. In Thailand, Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd. (TBSC) is a leading manufacturer in the Thai automotive industry, while Bridgestone Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (BSTL) is the exclusive importer & distributor, and supervises the marketing strategy for Bridgestone, Firestone and Dayton branded tires in Thailand. Bridgestone is a brand trusted by its customers, dealers and business partners. It offers an extensive range of quality tires, carefully developed to suit local conditions and to deliver social value and customer value. Bridgestone is dedicated to shaping a sustainable future of mobility and improving the way people move, live, work and play.

 

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