2016 marks the 15^th time the company has received this distinction.

Bridgestone has been named General Motors Supplier of the Year. This is the second consecutive year and 15th occasion that Bridgestone has received this award.

Winning suppliers were chosen by a global team of GM purchasing, engineering, quality, manufacturing and logistics executives and selected based on performance criteria in Product Purchasing, Indirect Purchasing, Customer Care and Aftersales and Logistics.

“I am proud of the effort and dedication that earned Bridgestone this honour for the 15th time,” said Mike Martini, President, Original Equipment, U.S. and Canada, Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations. “This award is a testament to our product, engineering and manufacturing performance at Bridgestone, and belongs to the dedicated teammates across our global organization who bring value and innovation to partners like GM.”