Bridgestone Potenza S001

The Bridgestone Potenza S001 is a premium summer tyre designed for high-performance vehicles, including executive saloons, sports cars, and even some supercars. This tyre replaced the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A and offers impressive power handling, precision control, comfort, efficiency, and maximum performance in both wet and dry conditions.

The Bridgestone Potenza S001 is suitable for use on a wide range of cars, including the Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI, BMW 316D, Mercedes Benz c43, Audi RS 5, Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD, Skoda Superb 3 2.0 TDI, Mazda MX5, Skoda Kodiaq, BMW 750i, Subaru Legacy 2.0GT, Honda Civic Type R, BMW F30 320D, Mitsubishi Attrage GS, SEAT Leon 1.4 TSI, Subaru Impreza WRX, Audi S3, Volkswagen Scirocco 1.4 TSI, Toyota Auris, Alfa Romeo Giulietta 940, Renault Megane RS250 CUP, and Opel Astra H CDTI.

• Outstanding grip in wet and dry conditions
• Responsive and precise steering
• Full control in the wet
• High speed performance
• Quiet and smooth ride
• Reduced risk of aquaplaning

• Advanced asymmetric tread pattern with interlocking tread blocks, improving grip and allowing for maximum handling characteristics
• High-angle and wide groove pattern that removes surface water from the contact path of the tyre, improving control and performance in wet conditions
• Off-centre straight rib, enhancing responsiveness, precision, and stability
• Stiff shoulder blocks, assisting cornering and traction
• Twin steel belts with nylon wrapping, ensuring high-speed stability and reducing rolling resistance
• Active rubber inserts in the sidewall, improving overall ride quality and grip when cornering
• Lateral grooves within the tread pattern, reducing the risk of aquaplaning by channelling water away from the contact area