Global tire company Bridgestone is preparing to showcase its advancements in lunar mobility at the 40th Space Symposium. This event will take place in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from April 7-10, 2025. At this event, the company will showcase its innovative tires for lunar rovers .
Lunar mobility and technology for space missions
The company will present two concept models of second-generation tires , improved to fit small and medium-sized lunar rovers. These tires are lighter and more durable, an improvement over previous versions.
In addition to showcasing its technologies, Bridgestone will participate in a collaboration panel alongside renowned companies such as Toyota Motor Corporation , Idemitsu Kosan , and the Space Foundation . This panel discussion will focus on opportunities for collaboration between the United States and Japan, with a focus on lunar exploration projects and joint space missions.
Since 2019, Bridgestone has led the development of tires for lunar exploration , and in 2024, the company signed a partnership with Astrobotic Technology . This collaboration underscores Bridgestone’s focus on expanding its presence in the space industry, promoting greater co-creation with key companies in the sector.
With over 90 years of experience in tire development, Bridgestone continues to drive mobility from Earth to space, aligning its efforts with its corporate commitment, the Bridgestone E8 Commitment , which promotes sustainable solutions for a safer, more connected future on Earth and in space.
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