Name: Potenza RE050A RFT
Brand: Bridgestone
Rating: 4.2 (111 reviews)

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Ultra-high-performance summer tires offer quick acceleration and braking, plus sporty traction and handling, in dry and wet weather. 

  Cannot be used in winter weather.

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Potenza RE050A RFT

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Summer tires are designed for use in warmer weather or in areas where the temperatures does not drop below 40 degrees. These tires are ideal for ue in warm, dry, and wet conditions that are common in the summertime.

Vehicle

This product is not covered by a manufacturer’s treadlife warranty.

Mileage Warranty

The maximum carrying capacity for a tire determined by the manufacturer.

Load Index

Maximum speed capability to safely carry a load for an extended period of time.

Max Speed

The maximum load carrying strength at the specified inflation pressure, also known as ply rating.

Load Range

The side of the tire between the tread and rim, with cosmetic branding as well as information about the tire including manufacturer, model, size, etc.

Sidewall

Standards that measure treadwear, temperature resistance and traction, example: "640 A A".  The 640 is the treadwear test and it lasted 6.4 times longer than the comparison tire tested against.  The first "A" is the traction rating using straight-line wet traction on test surfaces (see information tables tab) and the second "A" is the temperature rating by testing operation at high speeds without heat-related failure (see information tables tab).

UTQG

Wet Traction is a piece of the UTQG for example if  UTQG is: 500 AA A, the wet traction piece is the second piece, the "AA".

Wet Traction

Measured in 32nds of an inch, this metric shows how much tread life is left on a tire, with the tire's traction & stopping capabilities greatly diminished at 4/32nds and less. Tire manufacturers include "tire wear bars" at 2/32nds to indicate when your tire is worn out.

Tread Depth

The highest inflation pressure (measured in pounds of force per square inch, PSI) the tire is designed to contain, and should only be used when called for by the vehicle placard.

Inflation Pressure

An identifier of a particular tire line and size combination assigned by the tire manufacturer.

Part Number

Tread design (or tread pattern) can affect handling, traction & noise for different driving styles & road conditions.

Tread Design

Tire Weight

The measurement of width from a tires inner sidewall to the outer sidewall.

Section Width

The range of widths the rim of the vehicle can be for this tire to be safely mounted on.

Rim Range

The diameter of a tire that is inflated without any load applied.

Overall Diameter

This tire features run flat technology that’s designed to assist the driver during a puncture of pressure loss.

Run Flat

A three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol branded on a tire's sidewall indicates the tire meets required performance criteria in snow testing to be considered severe snow service-rated.

Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMS)

The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT tires offer strong performance characteristics, particularly in handling and grip across various conditions. They are well-suited for sports cars and performance vehicles. However, the short tread life and vulnerability to road damage are significant drawbacks for some users. The run-flat technology, while providing safety benefits, contributes to a firmer ride that not all drivers appreciate.

The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT tires receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their performance while others note concerns about durability and ride quality.

Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT Reviews

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Score breakdown:

8.3

Great

9.4

Excellent

9.1

Excellent

111 reviews

4.2

100%

Review breakdown

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Treadwear

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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT Reviews

Select a tire sizeSelect sizeHow to find my size215/40R18 85Y Run Flat 225/35R19 88Y XL Run Flat 225/35R19 88Y XL Run Flat 245/35R20 95Y XL Run Flat 245/40R19 94W Run Flat 275/30R20 97Y XL Run Flat Loading

SimpleScore™

Score breakdown:

8.3

Great

9.4

Excellent

9.1

Excellent

111 reviews

4.2

100%

Review breakdown

Scorecard

Dry

Wet

Winter

Comfort

Noise

Treadwear

1 Simpletire reviews

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