Customers rate the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ with excellent wet traction, with most scores 9-10. High marks highlight confident wet grip and hydroplaning resistance, aligning perfectly with its all-season design for reliable rainy performance.
October 14, 2025
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...The wet traction is outstanding as well. I have used the Launch control while on a wet surface and didn't get much if any spin at all...
This is my favorite tire I have ever had. This tire has an extremely quite ride. The wet traction is outstanding as well. I have used the Launch control while on a wet surface and didn't get much if any spin at all. I have about 8k on the tires and they still look pretty new and have even wear. I strongly recommend this tire. Being in North Texas i have yet to encounter any snowy conditions with these tires.
Vehicle: 2019 Volkswagen Golf R
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MCKINNEY, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 10, 2025
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...At the time it was raining and I was doing around 75mph so I was certain my quick steering was about to cause me to lose traction, but instead these tires maintained grip through the whole event...
Overall great tire. Great handling for an all season but perceptively less traction off the stoplight when compared against my previous pair of Pilot summer tires. All that said, there's one experience that solidified this tire as my go-to for my commuter cars. During my drive to work one day, I was forced to make a last minute maneuver to avoid debris that fell off a truck in front of me on the highway. At the time it was raining and I was doing around 75mph so I was certain my quick steering was about to cause me to lose traction, but instead these tires maintained grip through the whole event. Because of that experience, I'll definitely be buying these tires again.
Vehicle: 2015 Ford Mustang Fastback EcoBoost I4 Performance Pkg
Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LEANDER, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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February 20, 2026
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...Overall performance is very good in both wet and dry conditions...
Decent tire for the price. Overall performance is very good in both wet and dry conditions. Road noise is on the quiet side.
Vehicle: 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 7,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: MALVERN, PA
Driving Style: Easy Going
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Most customers rate winter traction highly with scores of 9-10, praising excellent snow and ice grip. While some report lower scores (1-6), the majority find confident handling in winter conditions aligns with its all-season design.
February 06, 2026
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My 4x4 was down for the wintertime, and these tires have done very well in the ice and snow. Especially being on such a light car...
My car had Bridgestone on it when I got it, so I wanted to stick with Bridgestone. The problem was, I could not find them anywhere. Then, I saw commercial for tire rack. The cost plus shipping was the best I found for such a good tire. These tires have proven themselves, and I we'll definitely buy them again. My 4x4 was down for the wintertime, and these tires have done very well in the ice and snow. Especially being on such a light car. Thank you, Tire Rack, for the opportunity. I will buy from you again.
Vehicle: 2007 BMW 335i Coupe Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: EDMONTON, KY
Driving Style: Spirited
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February 05, 2026
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...Performs exceptionally well on snow, can verify, even on low tread depth...
This tire has been great, performs great in dry and wet weather. Great ride and traction, and with its stiffer sidewall performs well in the curves. Performs exceptionally well on snow, can verify, even on low tread depth. My vehicle is lowered and my alignment was slightly off due to this however I have still managed to squeeze out close to 40,000 miles out of this set of tires without much decline in performance (currently about 3/32” tread remaining). My only complaint would be slight road noise when it begins to wear closer to 4 - 5/32”, however this is typical for a tire getting close the end of its life and in my case is likely caused my a lowered vehicle. I would recommend purchasing these again and can say this might be the best bang for your buck tire on the market.
Vehicle: 2011 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 39,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MECHANICSBURG, PA
Driving Style: Spirited
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January 30, 2026
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Brand new, these have been great in the snow and cold...
Brand new, these have been great in the snow and cold. I will have to see how well they hold up concerning wear.
Vehicle: 2021 Genesis G70 3.3T AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 200
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HOLLIS, NH
Driving Style: Average
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Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The RE980AS+ delivers responsive handling and reliable grip in dry conditions, aligning perfectly with ultra-high performance expectations. Occasional 8s still reflect strong capability.
February 05, 2026
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This tire has been great, performs great in dry and wet weather. Great ride and traction, and with its stiffer sidewall performs well in the curves...
This tire has been great, performs great in dry and wet weather. Great ride and traction, and with its stiffer sidewall performs well in the curves. Performs exceptionally well on snow, can verify, even on low tread depth. My vehicle is lowered and my alignment was slightly off due to this however I have still managed to squeeze out close to 40,000 miles out of this set of tires without much decline in performance (currently about 3/32” tread remaining). My only complaint would be slight road noise when it begins to wear closer to 4 - 5/32”, however this is typical for a tire getting close the end of its life and in my case is likely caused my a lowered vehicle. I would recommend purchasing these again and can say this might be the best bang for your buck tire on the market.
Vehicle: 2011 BMW 328i xDrive Sedan Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 39,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MECHANICSBURG, PA
Driving Style: Spirited
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Customers praise the Potenza RE980AS+ for excellent ride comfort and noise reduction, with most scoring 9s and 10s. A few ratings between 7-8 still highlight strong performance in its all-season category, delivering smooth, quiet handling that enhances daily driving experiences.
January 07, 2026
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I LOVE how this car rides, drives and handles with these tires...
I used to run Potenza tires on my 1999 VW Golf TDI that was somewhat modified. Hot hatch was made hotter... spirited driving, YES! Drove that car for 16 yrs, then purchased a 2015 Passat.
It was most definitely NOT a hot hatch, so I chose Grand Touring tires for it. Now that I'm in a sport sedan that's a real performer, I've gone back to the Potenzas. It's been 11 years since I've driven on Potenzas, but it was like slipping back into an old, comfortable pair of shoes. I LOVE how this car rides, drives and handles with these tires. Thank you, Bridgestone for not screwing up a good thing!!
Vehicle: 2018 Jaguar XE 20d AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: EAST HAMPSTEAD, NH
Driving Style: Spirited
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February 20, 2026
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...Road noise is on the quiet side.
Decent tire for the price. Overall performance is very good in both wet and dry conditions. Road noise is on the quiet side.
Vehicle: 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 7,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: MALVERN, PA
Driving Style: Easy Going
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Treadwear receives excellent ratings, with most scoring 9s and 10s. Customers highlight durable all-season performance and long-lasting tread life, even with some 7-8s indicating good mileage retention in varied conditions.
February 24, 2026
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Tread life is great. I have the tires currently and haven't experienced uneven patterns.
Tread life is great. I have the tires currently and haven't experienced uneven patterns.
Vehicle: 2012 Volkswagen GTI 2-Door
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: WASCO, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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November 18, 2025
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...Treadwear is very good.
Good wet weather traction,I had to reduce speed for snow/ice conditions.Treadwear is very good.
Vehicle: 2017 Ford Focus ST
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SAINT CLAIR, PA
Driving Style: Average
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