Name: Potenza S-04 Pole Position
Brand: Bridgestone
Rating: 4.6 (9 reviews)

No, Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires are not directional. The Potenza S-04 Pole Position features an asymmetrical tread pattern for sporty traction and handling performance, and the tire can be rotated to any position on your car.

Are Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires directional?

Yes, Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires are a good choice for drivers of sports cars who want high-end traction and steering performance in warmer weather conditions. The Potenza S-04 Pole Position also offers drivers a quiet, comfortable ride.

Are Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires any good?

No, Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires should not be used in winter weather conditions such as lower temperatures, ice, slush and snow. The Potenza S-04 Pole Position is a summer tire, and utilizes a sticky rubber compound that hardens when temperatures are consistently below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.

Can Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires be used in snow?

Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires could be made at one of Bridgestone's factories in Canada, France, Hungary, Japan, Mexico, or the United States.

Where are Bridgestone S-04 Pole Position tires made?

No, Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires are not noisy thanks to Renoa Silencer Grooves that minimize road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.

Are Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires noisy?

Yes, Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires can be used in wet weather thanks to a silica-based rubber compound that increases grip in wet weather. The Potenza S-04 Pole Position also features wide circumferential grooves that quickly remove water from the tire to reduce the risk of hydroplaning on wet roads.

Can Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires be used in wet weather?

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Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position Reviews

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9.3

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9.0

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4.6

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