Achong Tanjong in Bangkok
To differentiate and prove the quality of the latest Turanza GR-90, members of the media were given the opportunity to test drive for themselves at the dry handling circuit on Multi-purpose test pad for two laps using the Toyota Camry – fitted with GR-90 and GR-80 tyres of the same size – at The Thai Bridgestone Proving ground.
The test is to feel and compare both tyres performance especially in steering response, high- speed stability and braking performance.
I drove with Bridgestone experts sitting next to me where the test includes slalom, high-speed cornering – lane changing and braking.
After the test -I really could feel the difference in performance of both tyres especially at the high-speed cornering. The Turanza GR-90 has proven to provide the highest level of driving comfort, stability and control.
Earlier, media personnel from India and, I were given a ride by a Bridgestone driver for noise and comfort testing fitted with the GR-90 and GR-80, in new and worn tyres (after 40,000km) at the Special Road Surface at the proving ground circuit for two laps, and fun driving fitted with the GR-90 using Mercedes E-Class at main circuit for dry and wet handling testing.
The GR-90 was incredibly silent on rough road conditions compared to the GR-80 in similar premium category.
Driving at high-speeds of 220km/h on the main circuit and reduced high-speed of 180km/h at cornering at wet road condition.
The Turanza GR-90 is optimised for an unprecedented experience in supreme driving comfort, road-handling smoothness and low-noise characteristics.
Intelligently designed rounded corners combined with ideal construction rigidity provide superior handling over a wide range of roads.
The ultra-efficient tread design featuring rows of low and high-angle winding grooves and flexible construction deliver outstanding travelling dynamics and better water dispersion, leading to high levels of safety and comfort.
A lineup of Turanza ultra-luxury performance tyres were designed for drivers yearning for a supreme touring experience.
At the end of the testing session, journalists from various participating countries including auto-magazines filled and submitted their respective evaluation form. The overall test results clearly proved a resounding victory for the new Turanza GR-90 when all journalists gave thumbs-up.
The GR-90 is backed by a wide range of technologies designed to reduce vibration and noise reduction on many types of road surfaces and fitted with silent AC Block – that allowed the tyre to optimised surface contact in three dimensions for any driving condition.
It’s advanced noise-reduction technology and tuning give this premium tyre enhanced experience on various road conditions.
The Thai Bridgestone Proving Ground occupied 526,194 sq metres. It is designed to accommodate all tyre tests in order to achieve the best quality in all driving conditions.
The Special Road Surface with a length of 500 metres offers up to 10 different types of road surfaces.
It is designed for checking noise and smoothness so that drivers and passengers would feel comfortable throughout their journey. The Multi-Purpose Test Pad is 220 metres in width and 220 metres in length, which can accommodate various driving tests.
The main circuit is a 3,300 metres long by 16 metres wide oval-shaped high-speed proving ground with four driving tracks.
Its’ curves have an eight per cent slope or a tilt of 4.5 degrees. The wet handling circuit is for the testing of grip performance and the dry handling circuit is to test the steering wheel and grip performance under high-speed conditions.
Further information on the new GR-90 can be obtained from the Bridgestone Centre in Gadong.
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