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Product description & features
For the Blizzak LM001 winter tyre, Bridgestone has used all their latest winter tyre construction and pattern technologies to ensure that everyday motorists are delivered a high levels of confidence, control and safety in both snow and wet conditions.
A directional tread pattern with full lug design delivers strong traction in snow and reliable braking in even freezing winter conditions.
The tyre features a horn-shaped groove pattern which removes water and slush from the path of the tyre quicker. With rounded corners on the tread blocks, the tyre also enjoys better contact with the road, enhancing the level of grip provided.
What are winter tyres?
Winter tyres have been developed to perform best during the colder winter months - when the outside temperatures drop below 7 degrees Celsius.
How can I tell a winter tyre is suitable for winter weather?
The tyre features the EU sanctioned 3PMSF marking - Three Peak Mountain Snowflake:
This accolade was introduced to be an easily recognisable symbol which displays that the tyre has passed standardised, controlled, and, rigorous tests. It confirms the winter suitability of a tyre.
How does a winter tyre perform better in winter?
The compound of a winter tyre contains a higher natural rubber content - helping the tyre to remain flexible in freezing weather and conform to the road surface.
The grooves of winter tyres are typically wider to channel snow and water. The latest generation also have smaller shoulder grooves to improve snow and ice traction.
Can I use winter tyres all year round?
Although winter tyres can be used in other conditions, their performance will not be as efficient as they have been optimised to perform in temperatures under 7°C.
There is also a risk of a winter tyre’s wear rates increasing when drive on in warm temperatures, due to the high silica and natural rubber compound.
We recommend that winter tyres should be fitted as a full set of 4.