Bridgestone RE050 Tyres – Perfect for High Performance Sports Cars

 

Bridgestone RE050 tyres are promoted by Bridgestone Tyres as tyres “perfect for passionate drivers”.

 

These few words capture the essence of the tyres accurately, for the Bridgestone RE050 tyres are high performance tyres developed to meet the rigorous performance standards associated with high end performance driven sports cars, executive saloons and super cars.

 

Fitted as original equipment of some of the world’s most prestigious sports cars, including the Ferrari Enzo super car, the Bridgetsone RE050 tyres are also available in the replacement market, so that you can unleash your adventurous side and ‘go full’ with your performance vehicle.

 

The Bridgestone RE050 tyres allow you to do this with confidence because they keep you in control of the car and ensure your safety at all speeds and surfaces.

 

The Bridgestone RE050 tyres are available in diameters ranging from 215-225mm and for fitment on 16-18 inch alloy disks. Runflat version of the tyres – Bridgestone RE050 Runflat tyres- are also available in certain sizes.

 

Bridgestone RE050 Tyres – Performance Overview

The Bridgestone RE050 tyres leverage Bridgestone’s extensive Formula 1 technological expertise and borrow several track tyre technologies. As a result, you get a technologically superior tyre that performs exceptionally well in areas of handling characteristics, steering responsiveness, wet performance, braking responsiveness and ride quality.

 

Handling Characteristics

The directional tread pattern of the Bridgestone RE050 tyres is designed to incorporate large tread blocks on the outer tyre shoulder. These blocks grip well on dry surface and deliver more precise handling for the vehicle, particularly while negotiating turns at high speeds.

 

Steering Responsiveness

The Bridgestone RE050 tyres’ internal structure is reinforced with polyester body plies. This imparts greater directional stability and enhances steering responsiveness significantly. So your steering manoeuvres are instantly communicated and implemented by the tyres onto the road, an essential parameter when you are driving at high speeds.

 

Wet Performance

For maximum performance and safety on wet surface, the Bridgestone RE050 tyres are equipped with circumferential and lateral grooves in the centre of the tread. These grooves efficiently deflect surface water and reduce the aquaplaning risk. The tyres are also associated with improved wet handling characteristics.

 

Braking Responsiveness

Equipped with Bridgestone’s UNI-T technology, the Bridgestone RE-050 tyres exhibit high levels of traction on wet and dry surface with superior braking responsiveness and reduced braking distances.

 

Quiet and Smooth Ride

The Bridgestone RE050 tyres incorporate 3D surface block technology that reduces tyres noise levels and delivers a quiet comfortable ride.

 

The tread pattern and design also support a smooth comfortable ride.

 

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Fraser McK on 15/06/2012

Awesome tyre, mega grippy when pushing on in the dry in twisty back roads and scary control in the wet

10 out of 10

Reviewed by karl on 08/06/2012

fitted these on all 4 corners of my focus st170 and are quite pricey but are worth every penny just changing my front tyres now after 12000 miles will buy again

10 out of 10

Reviewed by tonybogacki on 23/01/2012

excellent tyres although a bit pricey but safetey is of paramount importance.

8 out of 10

Reviewed by Rob Lucas on 18/11/2011

I drive an Alfa 147,which tend to wear the front inner tread on both tyers after only a years driving, but have been told this is normal for this car,the car was purchased from new.

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Robert Dolan on 26/07/2011

Very impressed with the quality of service provided

9 out of 10

Reviewed by Garth Bryden on 15/07/2011

Just superb tyres. The car came with a set of Dunlop SP Sports Maxx and these Bridgestones are so much better in all categories, especially wear.

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Jason Kirby on 31/03/2011

For the price that I paid for them, they are a must have bargain :o)

4 out of 10

Reviewed by P.Allen on 26/02/2011

Wish I had fitted the original type which were available extra £40 ish which were Yokohama. The Bridgestones I purchased are noisy and the grip is definitely not so good as the originals. If I still have this car when this set wear out I will still purchase from this site but as factory fitted specification.

5 out of 10

Reviewed by Colin McEwan on 01/12/2010

Find the car slides on rounabouts and roads with a reasonable camber, not as good as Pirreli ones that came on the car, not great in current snow and lacks grip on gradients so not good in the current snow we have had in last few days.

6 out of 10

Reviewed by m hughes on 21/10/2010

Very noisy on shell grip and concrete surfaces.

10 out of 10

Reviewed by BRIAN STABLES on 13/10/2010

So far so good. Fitting centre very good and helpfull staff (Bangor Gwynedd) .

8 out of 10

Reviewed by A W MacGregor on 05/10/2010

Front tyres do seem to wear quite quickly.

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Graham on 01/10/2010

Great tyres holds the road very good

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Mr Leadbetter on 30/09/2010

Fantistic service ! Will use again and have recommended to family and friends .

10 out of 10

Reviewed by mark on 30/09/2010

top tyre top price saved me rear ending on the motorway more than once! outbreaked many other tyres in on the motorway........ one day somone will get me from behind....

10 out of 10

Reviewed by Terry Arthur on 30/09/2010

Car requires good quality tyres due to what it is. I always continue to buy OE from new on any car and therefore expect to pay a higher premium. Having said that I was extremely happy with Tyre Shopper and their very competetive price. Most certainly will be my first stop next time I need tyres for any of the family vehicles.

Bridgestone RE050 tyres. Below are ratings and comments from 66 tyre reviews averaging 9 out of 10