Carlist.my Honors Bridgestone as “Brand of The Year” at Car of the Year Awards 2023
Kuala Lumpur (22 Jan, 2024) — Bridgestone Tyre Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Bridgestone Malaysia), a group company of Bridgestone Corporation, announced that it has received the “Brand of The Year” Award from Carlist.my during another successful edition of its annual Car of the Year - People’s and Editors’ Choice Awards 2023. The prestigious event, attended by representatives from various automotive brands, witnessed the presentation of over 45 awards across different categories.
Carlist.my Car of the Year Awards stands as one of the longest-running automotive awards in the country, a testament to its significance in the industry. The night was not only a showcase of automotive excellence but also an acknowledgment of industry leaders.
Bridgestone Malaysia's recognition as the "Brand of The Year" was attributed to its substantial influence in the automotive aftermarket scene. Ranked as a global leader in tyres and rubber building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility, Bridgestone aims to continuously demonstrate our commitment to the automotive industry through various initiatives.
Bridgestone Malaysia's support for local motorsport-centred events, such as CarTell Speedfest & Track Attack and Potenza Sport Driving Experience Track Day has been a driving force behind the brand's impact. Our dedication to sustainability through tyre advancements was highlighted, particularly in our involvement efforts in the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC). Bridgestone not only the title sponsor for BWSC event in Australia, but also supports a homegrown team of UiTM students, showcasing a commitment to fostering talent and pushing the boundaries of innovation.
"This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and our steadfast support for local motorsport initiatives. Receiving the "Brand of The Year" award is a recognition of our collective efforts and a validation of the positive impact we are making. It is a moment to celebrate, but it also serves as a reminder of the responsibility that comes with such accolades. We must continue to innovate, support local initiatives, and uphold the values embedded in the "Bridgestone E8 Commitment," said Michael Chung, Managing Director of Bridgestone Malaysia.
From left to right: John Tan (Senior Sales Manager, Bridgestone Malaysia), Michael Chung (Managing Director, Bridgestone Malaysia), KY Gan (Managing Director-Malaysia, iCar Asia), Yee Chin Beng (Director of Finance, Ecosystem & CFO of iCar Asia), Digbijoy Joseph Shukla (CEO of iCar Asia).
Winners of Carlist.my People’s & Editors’ Choice Awards and Brand Activation Campaign Awards
About Bridgestone Tyre Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
Bridgestone is a global leader in tyres and rubber, and is building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. In Malaysia, Bridgestone Tyre Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. offers a wide range of tyres for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, as well as industrial and agricultural vehicles. The company aims to provide exceptional customer service and quality products that deliver social value and customer value. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tyres and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.