Bridgestone to leave Formula 1 starting from 2011
Formula 1 is now on the lookout for a new tire supplier. The reason behind that statement is the official announcement of Bridgestone’s departure from the pinnacle of motor sport after 2010. The Japanese company has been in Formula 1 since 1997 and competed with companies like Goodyear and Michelin during its time. Bridgestone claims that it is leaving because it needs to “redirect its resources towards the further intensive development of innovative technologies and strategic products.”
Formula 1 cars in 2011 will most likely feature Goodyear or Michelin-sourced tires, or even both at the same time (although the FIA may actually prefer a single tire supplier to offer a level playing field, in terms of tires that is). Other major tire manufacturers also include Dunlop and Continental.
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Too bad lar… IMO, Bridgestone is the best tire manufacturer.