Bridgestone Americas, Inc. today at Belle Isle, Detroit, launched a new IndyCar Firestone Firehawk rain tire for the first time in three years and it features an all-new tread pattern. The tire, which is available – and may well be used – at some point in the double-header weekend at Belle Isle this weekend, features a grooved tread pattern that the company says generates “improved grip and control in wet conditions, and is specially designed to reduce hydroplaning.” “After extensive preparation and testing, we are excited to introduce the latest in Firestone race tire technology,” said Cara Adams,chief engineer of Bridgestone Americas Motorsports. “Racing in wet conditions...
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