Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone is ready to support the development of the electric car population in Indonesia. One of them is by preparing new tires that have the right technology to maximize the performance and advantages of electric cars.
"In that direction (EVs) are (ready), yes, we have even done research for a long time, and in several countries such as Europe we also have tires for EVs," said Managing Director of PT Bridgestone Tire Indonesia, Mukiat Sutikno when met at Jakarta (13/9).
On this occasion, Bridgestone also reiterated that the technology they have can help maximize the performance of electric vehicles themselves. "For example, with tires used by EV cars (energy savings) are at 50%, with Bridgestone tires specifically for EVs it could be even better," said Gatot Adrie Triyono as Head of Consumer Sales & Marketing, Product Planning and Retail Development at Bridgestone Indonesia.
Bridgestone Electric Car Tire Technology
One of the innovations demonstrated by Bridgestone Indonesia is Enliten technology, which was previously introduced to the global market in several Bridgestone tire product line ups. Even since the 2023 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS), it turns out that Bridgestone Indonesia has given signals about this technological innovation.
At that time, Mukiat said that Enliten's technology would soon be presented in Indonesia. Moreover, sales of electric cars in Indonesia are also increasing, so in the end they have to be ready to face it.
“We are ready for the technology. So whenever we see the number (population) of EVs increasing, of course for us (the problem) is more about the supply of molding (molds) for the tires. "Because (we) have the technology ready," explained Gatot.
Enliten technology itself was mentioned by Bridgestone earlier this year as having three advantages. Starting from the latest generation of raw materials, more optimal construction and new tire developments. The effect is lower noise, lighter weight, better efficiency and longer tire life because they do not wear out as quickly.
"Regarding noise, because this is for an EV, it has to stick (to these new tires). If it doesn't, it's funny, the car doesn't make any noise anymore, but instead the tires make noise. Rolling resistance also has to be (low), because otherwise it uses electricity "It will be more wasteful. So, the rolling resistance will be lower, our fuel will also be more efficient," added Mukiat.
Tires with Enliten technology provide 30% lower rolling resistance than other tires. This contributes to engine conditions during combustion to fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and can significantly save battery usage in electric cars.
This technology is even claimed to be able to save fuel or batteries by up to 20% compared to regular technology tires, including the use of raw materials that are 2 kg lighter. In the North American market, Bridgestone already has Turanza EV tires that use Enliten technology, even in Japan, the latest generation Toyota Prius (Specifications | News) also uses Bridgestone Ecopia with similar technology.
