The Ecopia EP422 Plus is one of Bridgestone's Grand Touring All-Season tires developed for the drivers of coupes, sedans, minivans and small crossover vehicles looking for more tire life per gallon by delivering longer wear and better handling. Designed to enhance vehicle fuel economy by reducing tire rolling resistance along with the vehicle's carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, Ecopia EP422 Plus tires deliver year-round, all-season traction, even in light snow.
The Ecopia EP422 Plus uses an enhanced all-season tread compound featuring Bridgestone's unique NanoPro-Tech (Nanostructure-Oriented Properties Control Technology) to reduce rolling resistance and energy loss while maintaining dry, wet and wintertime traction. This compound is molded into a symmetric tread design that combines notched shoulders and intermediate ribs with independent center blocks for dry road tracking and traction. Four circumferential grooves are designed to help water flow from under the footprint to resist hydroplaning and enhance wet traction while notches and sipes increase the edges that bite into light snow. The tire's sidewalls feature Bridgestone's Fuel Saver compound to further increase efficiency.
The tire's internal structure includes twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wrapped nylon on top of a polyester casing to blend ride comfort and durability.
*Specific sizes featuring Ecopia technology are identified as such on the tire's SPEC tab.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/24(1 of 9)
Treadwear:5 Years / 70,000 Miles (Select sizes only) 5 Years / 50,000 Miles (Select sizes only) Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:30 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)
Additional Information:(1) Full refund or exchange
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Ratings Charts & Reviews Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 Plus
Customers think the Firestone Winterforce 2 delivers outstanding winter performance, with near-perfect scores (9-10) for snow and ice traction, plus reliable deep-snow handling. Wet traction (7-9) and dry grip (7-10) are consistently strong for winter conditions, though slightly less refined than specialized non-winter tires. Ride comfort earns praise (7-10) for smoothness, though a few note occasional road noise. Treadwear (5-10) shows mixed results, with some drivers reporting shorter lifespan in harsh conditions. As a dedicated winter tire, it excels in its core purpose-providing confidence in snow and ice-while balancing respectable wet/dry performance and comfort for seasonal use.
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Customers report strong wet traction with most scores between 8-10, highlighting confident grip in wet conditions. Winter-focused design ensures reliable performance where it matters most.
January 23, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
...The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that...
After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.
Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SOUTH BEND, IN Driving Style: Spirited
The Firestone Winterforce 2 delivers excellent snow and deep snow traction, with most ratings scoring 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows strong performance in intended winter conditions, though a few lower scores suggest variability on slick surfaces. Customers praise reliable grip and confident handling in snowy environments.
March 19, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
Not Yet Rated
Couldn't get up my inclined stone driveway if there was more than an inch of snow on the ground with the tires that came on my car. With these tires it has no issues with 6in on the driveway. Made all the difference.
Couldn't get up my inclined stone driveway if there was more than an inch of snow on the ground with the tires that came on my car. With these tires it has no issues with 6in on the driveway. Made all the difference.
Vehicle: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LA FAYETTE, NY Driving Style: Average
Vehicle: 2004 Chrysler Sebring LX Sedan Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HADDAM, CT Driving Style: Average
Customers rate dry traction highly, with most scores 9-10. The Winterforce 2 delivers reliable grip and responsive handling in dry conditions, complementing its winter-focused design. High scores highlight strong dry performance even as a specialized winter tire.
December 15, 2019
5 out of 5
...Dry traction is great, the tires are also very quiet and produce no noise from what I can (can't) hear...
I've only had these tires about 400 miles, but in that short amount of time, I've been thoroughly impressed.
I live in Buffalo, NY, and these tires have dealt with an ice storm, and two lake effect snow storms that produced well over 12" of snow during each storm. This is still early in the winter, so there's plenty more to come over the next few months.
Ice traction is incredible. I had to drive nearly 3 miles on an inch of ice. My truck is RWD, and the tires helped me get down that stretch of road with ZERO issues. I passed 4 vehicles that were in the ditch as a result of the ice (should've had some Winterforces on their cars).
Deep snow traction is great. 6-12" of heavy packed snow was no match for the tires. Heavy rain on the highway resulted in no hydroplaning whatsoever.
Grip is phenomenal while turning on icy, snowy, and rainy roads. Dry traction is great, the tires are also very quiet and produce no noise from what I can (can't) hear. I have a few friends who have these tires on their cars, one is a Subaru Legacy, the other a Chevy SUV. Both of those friends are also huge fans of these tires, one of them even has a studded set.
Vehicle: 2007 Isuzu I-290 Extended Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 400 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BUFFALO, NY Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate ride comfort and noise levels highly, with scores of 9-10 dominating. Winter driving comfort receives strong praise, though a few note occasional stiffness in extreme cold.
January 05, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...Even being a low profile tire, there is very little snow tire noise and the ride is still comfortable...
Bought because of the deep tread pattern. Even being a low profile tire, there is very little snow tire noise and the ride is still comfortable. They performed as designed in 4" of snow with no straight or cornering issues. The tires dug in and had no problem traveling at regular speeds.
Vehicle: 2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan 2.0L Turbo AWD Luxury Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NAUGATUCK, CT Driving Style: Average
...The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire...
After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.
Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SOUTH BEND, IN Driving Style: Spirited
The Firestone Winterforce 2 earns excellent treadwear ratings, with most scores 9-10 praising its long-lasting winter durability. A few lower scores exist, but high marks highlight reliable performance in harsh conditions, ideal for winter traction needs.
January 23, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
...These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.
After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.
Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SOUTH BEND, IN Driving Style: Spirited
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