The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has received mixed reviews in various tests, with some highlighting its good performance on wet and dry roads, while others noting its shortcomings in handling snow.
In tests conducted by AUTO-Strassenverkehr, the tire exhibited well-balanced performance on snow, good grip on wet surfaces, and relatively precise handling in dry conditions. However, it also showed a comparably narrower limit on snow, earlier aquaplaning in heavy rain, and weakly audible rolling noise at low speeds.
Autobild's tests showcased the tire as an all-rounder, with excellent driving characteristics on wet and dry tracks, good winter qualities, and fuel-saving rolling resistance. Nevertheless, the tire performed poorly on snow and ice, with delayed steering response and understeering snow handling. Another test by Autobild revealed great traction and short braking distances on snow, precise handling, and good safety margins in wet conditions, but with longer dry braking distances.
TyreReviews.com praised the tire's excellent grip in wet and dry conditions, good aquaplaning resistance, short dry braking, and low rolling resistance. However, its snow performance was extremely limited, with the longest braking distances, lowest traction, and most challenging snow handling lap. The tire also had the highest internal noise in this test.
In summary, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO offers good performance on wet and dry roads, with certain tests highlighting its fuel-saving rolling resistance and precise handling. However, its snow handling capabilities are inconsistent and it may not be the best choice for drivers who frequently encounter snowy conditions.
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO is made in 89 sizes, starting from 175/65 R15 up to 275/45 R21.
2020
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was launched
2021
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was tested 4x (Autobild,...)
2022
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was tested 7x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 195/55 R16 test.
The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO, a premium segment tyre designed for all-season use, has been put to the test by some of Europe's most reputable tyre testing organizations. The tyre has been tested in various dimensions and periods, from 195/55 R16 to 235/55 R18, and in allyear conditions. The tests have been conducted from 2021 to 2022, with the most recent one happening in 2022.
According to the test results, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has received an overall rating of 85%, which is an impressive achievement for a premium segment tyre. The tyre performed well in several tests and managed to outperform many of its competitors in some disciplines.
The best result for the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was achieved in the Autobild allyear tyre test 2022 in dimension 195/55 R16, as it took the first place out of 35 tested tyres in the braking distance category. Meanwhile, the tyre's worst result was in the Autobild allyear tyre test 2022 in dimension 195/55 R16, where it finished in the 15th and last place.
The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has not won any test, but it has been rated as exemplary, good+, satisfactory, or conditionally recommended in most cases, depending on the test results and competition. It was the best tyre in braking distance in one test and conditionally recommended in two tests.
Overall, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has proven to be a reliable and versatile tyre that provides excellent traction and handling in all seasons. It is a good choice for those who value performance, safety, and all-weather reliability.
All tyre tests where Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was featured:
Name | Wet | Dry | Snow |
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Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ |
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2- | 2+ | 2 |
Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs |
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Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 |
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2+ | 2 | 3 | 2- |
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Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO |
Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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Best values in test | 102.7 | 104,8 | 104,5 | 102,7 | |||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 101,8 | 104,8 | 102,5 | 99,2 | |||
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Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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Best values in test | 63 | 64 | 46 | 19 | 9 | ||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 28 | 64 | 44 | 18 | 8 | ||
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Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet |
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Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 |
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 41,4 | 44,4 |
Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | ||||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 1- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
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Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1- | ||||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2+ | 2- | 2+ | ||||
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Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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Best values in test | 37,6 | 50 | |||||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 41,4 | 52,9 | |||||
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Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 1 | ||
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2 | 2+ | 2 | 2 | 3+ | ||
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100% (1x) | 90% (1x) | 85% (3x) | 75% (2x) |
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Exemplary | Good + | Satisfactory | Conditionally recommended |
1x | 1x | 3x | 2x |
R16 | R17 | R18 |
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87.5% (2x) | 81.7% (3x) | 87.5% (2x) |
195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx |
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75% (1x) | 75% (1x) | 92.5% (2x) | 85% (2x) | 90% (1x) |
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO is made in Hungary/Italy.
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.