Featuring next-generation compound, construction and tread technologies, the new Bridgestone Potenza tires help enthusiast drivers unlock the full performance capabilities of their vehicles.
The all-new, award-winning Potenza Sport delivers ultimate grip, enhanced cornering and improved dry braking, while the
Custom Bridgestone Potenza Sport tires are featured on the new Lamborghini Huracan STO and Maserati MC20.
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Featuring advanced performance tire technologies, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport provides excellent grip and responsive handling at high speeds and in wet conditions. The European-developed tire delivers enhanced cornering and a 6% improvement in dry braking compared to previous generations of Potenza Sport tires2, with upgraded wet acceleration and handling that achieves 3% faster lap times than competitors on a wet track.3 Key tire engineering innovations include:
A next-generation ultra-high-silica compound for exceptional grip and responsive handling in extreme performance driving conditions.
A specially designed tread pattern geometry with deep circumferential grooves to promote water evacuation, and substantial ribs and blocks to maximize rubber to road contact and help maintain contact pressure.
3D sipe technology increases pattern stiffness to provide an optimized balance of traction and wear performance.
A new hybrid crown reinforcement to maximize high speed stability.
Tuned tread sequencing that minimizes pattern noise for a quiet, comfortable ride.
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The new Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ tire builds upon the success of the previous generation RE980AS to offer enhanced ride comfort, improved snow performance and better treadwear for uncompromised, year-round ultra-high performance. The tire features the company's latest tread compound technology utilizing soybean oil-an innovation that rebalances the performance of the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS, enhances snow handling and improves wear, ultimately reducing resource consumption for a more sustainable ride. An asymmetric tread design with 3D sipes also enables the tire to bite into snow for better traction. The
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport comes in 65 sizes covering 81% of sports cars and sedans on the road7, and the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ is offered in 53 sizes covering 85% of sports cars and sedans on the road8 for the
1 Comparison based on Bridgestone Potenza RE90AS+ tire vs. Bridgestone Potenza RE90AS tire from internal testing. Results may vary depending on proper tire and vehicle maintenance, road conditions and driving habits.
2 Comparison based on the Bridgestone Potenza Sport tire vs. the Potenza S-04 Pole Position tire from internal testing. Results may vary depending on proper tire and vehicle maintenance, road conditions and driving habits.
3 Comparison based on the Bridgestone Potenza Sport tire vs. the Continental ExtremeContact Sport tire from internal testing. Results may vary depending on proper tire and vehicle maintenance, road conditions and driving habits.
4 Test results announced via AutoBild https://www.autobild.de/artikel/sommerreifen-test-2021-265-35-zr-20-19395693.html .
5 Tests carried out by TUV SUD on the request of Bridgestone in July-
6 Conditions apply. See Bridgestonetire.com/warranty for details.
7 Based on 2012 and newer Model Years, Sports Car and Sports Sedans Segments - Q2 2020 Polk VIO
8 Based on 2012 and newer Model Years, Sports Car and Sports Sedans Segments - Q2 2020 Polk VIO
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