AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Goodyear
Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) has initiated a new pilot
program with Redspher, a transport and logistics group operating in
19 countries throughout Europe,
aligning with the company's focus on providing mobility solutions
to fleets.
The latest agreement involves Goodyear supplying its intelligent
tires – equipped with embedded sensors – through Redspher, to a
variety of fleets connected to Redspher's shared services platform
called Rubiwin. The initial pilots are comprised of outfitting
delivery and service vans with intelligent tires, creating the
ability to "fast-capture" relevant data due to the high-mileage use
of the vehicles.
"Because some of these vans travel approximately 450 miles per
day, this exercise provides feedback in demanding conditions, where
high mileage and time-critical deliveries are essential," said
Erin Spring, Goodyear director, New
Ventures.
The fleets will benefit from continuously monitored and recorded
wear rate and tire pressure, which is paired with other vehicle
data. The information is connected to Goodyear's proprietary
algorithms to enhance overall fleet operations and predict when the
tires need service or replacement. This more effectively helps keep
the vehicles operating without interruption, a key in the on-time
delivery and service segment.
"The importance of efficient fleet management is vital for
Rubiwin members and us," said Philippe
Higelin, Redspher CEO. "The ability to use tire information
to enhance safety and performance is a win for all, especially in
the on-demand delivery business where time is often critical."
Goodyear's advantage for its expanding range of partners is its
combination of fleet management expertise, intelligent products and
a vast service network to deliver complete solutions for the future
of mobility.
About Goodyear
Goodyear is one of the world's largest
tire companies. It employs about 64,000 people and manufactures its
products in 47 facilities in 21 countries around the world. Its two
Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio,
and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg,
strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set
the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more
information about Goodyear and its products, go to
www.goodyear.com/corporate.
About Redspher
Redspher is an online platform that simplifies and facilitates
on-demand delivery, connecting shippers and carriers with
added-value services. Through all of its companies, Redspher has
the right solution, ranging from last-mile delivery to
international shipments, from small parcels to full truckload.
Combining the efficiency of the digital with the knowledge of
supply chain experts, Redspher is a group owned by its
employees, organizing shipments all over the world.
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SOURCE The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company