Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 Tyre
The Bridgestone ECOPIA EP100 tyre is formulated to reduce rolling resistance and therefore reduce fuel consumption when compared with traditional tyres. Planet Ark endorses the ECOPIA EP100 range of tyres as they will save fuel, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. Choosing ECOPIA tyres is a simple way that people can reduce the environmental impact of their driving activities while saving money.
Fuel Savings
Prior to its launch more than 12 months ago, ECOPIA EP100 was tested in accordance with ADR81/02, the Australian standard for measuring fuel consumption and emissions. The tests showed that ECOPIA can reduce fuel costs by up to 5.7% when compared with standard tyres.
ECOPIA’S rolling resistance technology means that a vehicle fitted with ECOPIA tyres can travel up to 42% further than the same car fitted with conventional tyres.*
Distance travelled when equal force is applied
* Rolling resistance test conducted in 2010 by Bridgestone New Zealand using 2 identical VW Golfs fitted with tyres size 195/65R15. Both vehicles were rolled down a ramp from a height of 1.1m (back wheel height). The vehicle fitted with Ecopia tyres travelled an average of 85m and the vehicle fitted with conventional tyres travelled an average of 60m. This was a difference of 42%.
Reduce CO2 Emissions
In addition to the fuel saving benefits, the tests showed that ECOPIA can also reduce CO2 emissions by up to 5.8% when compared with standard tyres. This means that, by using ECOPIA EP100, the average motorist could reduce their CO2 emissions by up to 400kg over the life of their tyres.
Independently Tested
The product was independently tested in accordance with ADR 81/02 on a 2009 Corolla Ascent fitted with tyre size 195/65 R15 91H. Actual fuel consumption and CO2 emissions depend on factors such as traffic conditions, vehicle condition and driving style. ECOPIA tyre comparison performed against conventional tyres. Tyre life based on the average of 14,000 kms/year and average kilometres for life of a tyre at 40,000kms.
Bridgestone Ecopia Tyre Endorsed by Planet Ark
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