SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 26, 2024 - Bridgestone, a global leader in tires and sustainable mobility solutions, has introduced the Duravis All Season EVO, a new all-season tire specifically designed for vans and fleets. This innovative tire replaces the Duravis All Season and is engineered to deliver exceptional mileage, wet performance, and fuel/energy efficiency, making it a versatile choice for a variety of driving conditions and applications.
Enhanced Efficiency for Van Users and Fleets
The Duravis All Season EVO is designed to meet the demanding needs of van users and fleets, from regional transportation to last-mile deliveries. It complements Bridgestone's existing van tire lineup, which includes the Duravis Van summer and Duravis Van winter tires.
This EV-ready tire offers significant improvements over its predecessor:
- Increased Mileage: Delivers 15% better mileage, reducing the frequency of tire replacements and minimizing downtime.
- Enhanced Wet Grip: Provides best-in-class wet grip performance, with an EU A-grade label for enhanced safety in challenging conditions.
- Improved Fuel/Energy Efficiency: Offers a 15% reduction in rolling resistance, contributing to lower fuel consumption and reduced operating costs.
- Winter Ready: Features Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) and M+S markings, ensuring reliable performance in winter conditions.
Innovative Technologies for Enhanced Performance
The Duravis All Season EVO incorporates several innovative technologies to achieve its exceptional performance:
- Enhanced Durability: A specific polymer boosts abrasion resistance, while optimized contact pressure distribution and improved pattern stiffness enhance tire life.
- Superior Wet Performance: A dedicated filler type and high-volume slots in the shoulder improve water evacuation and enhance wet grip.
- Improved Snow Traction: A new V-shaped tread layout enhances snow tractability, ensuring reliable performance in winter conditions.
- Reduced Fuel Consumption: A special polymer minimizes energy loss, and a sidewall protector rib reduces the impact of curb collisions, contributing to improved fuel efficiency.
Meeting the Needs of Demanding Drivers
"Van users and fleets are demanding durability, robustness and year-round performance from their tires," said Stefano Sanchini, vice president of consumer replacement at Bridgestone EMEA. "Our latest van tire is engineered to provide exactly that – minimizing downtime and reducing costs to keep fleets going safely across the seasons with a single set of tires.”
Availability
The Duravis All Season EVO will be available in January 2025 in 24 sizes, ranging from 15 to 17 inches, including six high-load 10PR sizes. This wide range of sizes ensures compatibility with a variety of vans and light commercial vehicles.
Bridgestone's Commitment to Sustainable Mobility
The Duravis All Season EVO reflects Bridgestone's commitment to providing sustainable mobility solutions. By offering a tire that delivers exceptional mileage, fuel efficiency, and year-round performance, Bridgestone helps van users and fleets reduce their environmental impact and operating costs.