Bridgestone's sponsorship of the Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge aligns with the company's commitment to sustainability and innovation.
"Our continued support of the Bridgestone Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge amplifies three of our core focus areas in the Bridgestone E8 Commitment by delivering value to society, our customers and future generations in energy, ecology and efficiency," says Sara Didiza, executive team member and sustainability leader, Bridgestone South Africa.
"All three of these focus areas are directly linked to our environmental targets to achieve carbon neutrality and work with 100% recycled and renewable materials by 2050 — as well as advance sustainable tyre technologies and solutions that preserve the environment for future generations," adds Didiza.
The Bridgestone Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge 2023 will occur on Wednesday, 4 October. It will bring together local solar car teams competing in the Bridgestone Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge, showcasing their cutting-edge designs and engineering solutions over a 12-hour-long endurance test. The competition serves as a platform to inspire future engineers and promote sustainability and environmental awareness.
"Our partnership with the Bridgestone Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge represents our global commitment to drive innovation in sustainable mobility," says Shailesh Singh, motorsport manager at Bridgestone South Africa.
"Through our sponsorship, we aim to inspire and support the next generation of engineers and leaders, who will play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable mobility," concludes Singh.
Bridgestone's support of the Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge aligns with the Bridgestone E8 Commitment, the broad global corporate commitment that clearly defines the value the company promises to deliver to society, customers and future generations in eight focus areas.
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