Bridgestone/Firestone Inc. Statement Regarding Dr. Jeffrey Runge

    NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Aug. 3, 2001--Following is a statement by Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. regarding Dr. Jeffrey Runge:
    We congratulate Dr. Jeffrey Runge on his Senate confirmation as NHTSA Administrator. We look forward to working with Dr. Runge and the NHTSA staff on our common goal of safety for the American traveling public.