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Perfect Precision.

Redefine the limits of power and control with the all-new Bridgestone Potenza S001. Formula 1™ precision meets superior traction and manoeuverability in Bridgestone’s latest ultra-high performance tyre.

Developed and tested in motorsport’s toughest arena, the Bridgestone Potenza S001 lets you unleash the full potential of your high-performance vehicle with guaranteed comfort and safety. Rediscover the passion of driving with Bridgestone.

  • Advanced asymmetric tread pattern for outstanding sports performance in wet and dry conditions
  • Super slant grooves for rapid evacuation of water and high traction stability on wet surfaces
  • High-grip shoulder blocks for optimum road holding, high braking force and maximum cornering grip
Potenza S001 RFT

Pattern Design

The key features of the Potenza S001 are its asymmetrical tread pattern and innovative construction, guaranteeing new levels of sports handling and performance in both wet and dry conditions.

  • Dry performance
  • Wet performance
  • Construction

Dry Performance

Sports response and driving precision

High grip shoulder blocks

  • High grip shoulder blocksLarge, stiff ‘high grip’ shoulder blocks produces outstanding grip through corners
  • Longitudinal stiffness generates the high braking force required

Off-center straight rib

  • Remarkable steering response & precision for an exciting sporty feel
  • Perfect high-speed stability provided by the off-centre straight rib tread

Active insert

  • Increasing longitudinal stiffness for improved braking & handling performance
  • While maintaining vertical stiffness for cornering grip & ride comfort

Tuned for wet safety

Safety assured by Bridgestone premium wet technology

Wide groove design

  • Wide groove design provides rapid water evacuation

High angle lug grooves

  • High-angle lug grooves aid to improve drainage of excess water from the rib area into the main grooves for hydroplaning resistance
  • Angle of lug grooves tuned to minimise block deformation during braking, thus maintaining the most effective braking edge

Ultra High Efficiency

Light weight belt construction

  • Light weight belt construction for reducing rolling resistance & higher fuel efficiency

Advanced groove & lug design

  • Advanced groove & lug design surpressing excess pattern & surface noise
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