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Bridgestone and Lightyear combine forces
DUBAI, 6 hours, 4 minutes ago Building on 90 years of expertise, Bridgestone, a global leader in advanced solutions and sustainable mobility, has announced an exclusive partnership with Netherlands-based mobility innovator Lightyear. Bridgestone has engineered tyres specifically for Lightyear One, the world’s first long-range solar electric vehicle, which is set for commercial availability by the end of this year. Recent research from Bridgestone has shown that 50% of European drivers consider acquiring a fully electric vehicle, and yet 37% are still sceptical about doing so due to concerns around efficiency and limited range. Lightyear One addresses these concerns head on by offering an unprecedented range of 725 km, while being up to three times more energy-efficient versus alternative electric vehicles currently on the market. The vehicle is charged directly by the sun through a large solar roof, minimising CO2