Bridgestone Potenza RE970AS Pole Position

This design grips the road well in dry, wet and winter conditions and it does not lose its first-rate traction in colder temperatures. The tread pattern's grooves also help resist hydroplaning by dispersing water from below the tire's footprint. The tire becomes safer to use in all weather conditions because of this.

The optimized, even load distribution of the tire takes the pressure off of the tread. As the load pressure is spread out equally across the tread, the wear rate gets decreased. The equal distribution also prevents irregular wear on the tire. The wear is even throughout the tire's life, increasing the tread life. The longer tread life allows the tire to be usable for a longer period of time.

The design's continuous center rib improves the response time and steering precision of the model. The tire responds swiftly and accurately to the driver's commands and is easily controlled. The tire's braking distance was also shortened, increasing its safety levels. The 3D siping on the tire enhances its road grip in all weather conditions and thus shortens the braking distance of the tire.

The tire does not deform under the driving force, which enables it to perform to its fullest capability. This excellent performing capability is further enhanced with the O-Bead structure, which is a single continuous strand of cable in the bead of the tire that reinforces it to maintains its shape while also decreasing the road vibrations felt by the passengers.