Legendary actor and action hero Charles Bronson reportedly proclaimed his love for WTB’s new Vigilante endure tire Monday April 1, 2013 after an impromptu shred fest down Santa Barbara’s Tunnel Trail. Bronson, best known for classic action onslaughts Death Wish 1, 2, 3, and 4, AND 5, was on a great escape from his wife and seven children residing in their mansion in Los Angeles’ Bel Air neighborhood.
Charles Bronson’s stamp of approval comes as a surprise to many. WTB’s President, Patrick Seidler, mused over the significance of the occasion, “The Bronson [tire] is THE tire for Asia, America, and Europe. Hearing Il Brutto forgo such a successful signature tire gives credence to the capability of our new Vigilante tire. This is a momentous day for all.”
For the not-so-official word from WTB, follow the jump.Charles Bronson Forsakes Signature Tire in Favor of Vigilante
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA – April 1, 2013 – Legendary actor and action hero Charles Bronson proclaimed his love for WTB’s new Vigilante endure tire Monday after an impromptu shred fest down Santa Barbara’s Tunnel Trail. Bronson, best known for classic action onslaughts Death Wish 1, 2, 3, and 4, AND 5, was on a great escape from his wife and seven children residing in their mansion in Los Angeles’ Bel Air neighborhood.
While not one known for feelings, Bronson was smitten with the handling characteristics of the new Vigilante tread pattern, “Cornering. Can’t get enough of it. The Vigilante is the judge, the jury and the executioner.” When asked about the prospective market for the tire, Charles couldn’t help but resort to his timeless film adage, “Audiences like to see bad guys get their comeuppance.”
Charles Bronson’s stamp of approval comes as a surprise to many. WTB’s President, Patrick Seidler, mused over the significance of the occasion, “The Bronson [tire] is THE tire for Asia, America, and Europe. Hearing Il Brutto forgo such a successful signature tire gives credence to the capability of our new Vigilante tire. This is a momentous day for all.”
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