The Firehawk race tires will be comprised of the new sustainability-focused technology

The fight continues to save Akron’s historic Firestone Plant 1 after city leaders told News 5 the city has more time to figure out how it plans to preserve the history of the building.

Its new alternate compound also drew positive reviews, which should be helpful after IndyCar enacted a new rule that requires every driver to use two sets of alternates in every street race.

ENLITEN Technology (photo) is designed to deliver customized performance while promoting a focus on enhanced sustainability across the Bridgestone and Firestone tire portfolios.