Bridgestone tires: the brand, the history, the choices

The story behind the name

Bridgestone Tire Co. was established in Kurume, Japan, in 1931, following initial tire production in 1930. The company’s history spans passenger tires, commercial applications and motorsport. Its acquisition of Firestone in 1988 expanded its international presence.

Where to start in the range

Turanza · Potenza · Blizzak

Turanza, Potenza and Blizzak point toward touring, performance and winter uses respectively. Comparing a Blizzak to a touring all-season as if they were interchangeable misses the seasonal decision that should come first.

How does Bridgestone compare?

Compare a specific model against products in the same category, preferably in the same size and test conditions. A manufacturer-wide star score would hide those differences. We summarize published specifications and buying considerations; we have not conducted instrumented road tests.

For your shortlist, verify seasonal suitability, the service description, installed cost and written warranty conditions. Check current recall information by the complete tire model and identification number.