The Blizzak WS90 is Bridgestone's Studless Ice & Snow winter tire developed for drivers of sedans, coupes, minivans and crossovers looking for confident control in a variety of difficult winter weather. When winter driving conditions are at their worst, Bridgestone's Blizzak WS90 winter tires are designed to be at their best.
The directional pattern of the Blizzak WS90 features increased block stiffness to deliver more responsive steering in addition to improved wear life, and Bridgestone's EdgePerformance Technology Package includes full-depth features and interlocking sipes to provide impressive performance longer through the tire's life. The tread pattern features greater contact area and 15% more block edges than the Blizzak WS90's predecessor, increasing ice traction and reducing braking distances in slippery conditions. It is molded from Bridgestone's next generation Multi-Cell compound with bite particles, which allows the tire to remove the thin layer of water that develops between the tread rubber and icy surfaces, enabling the tire to better grip the ice. Silica enhancements in the compound further improve grip in snow and on ice.
Blizzak WS90 Studless Ice & Snow tires meet the industry's severe snow service requirements and are branded with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.
Blizzak WS90 tires feature snow platforms that act as winter wear bars and notify drivers when they are near the end of the Multi-Cell compound (actual depth of Multi-Cell compound varies slightly by tire size). Beneath the Multi-Cell compound is Bridgestone's best winter compound, but without the Multi-Cell feature.
Install Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 tires in sets of four only.
Due to the traction capabilities of Blizzak WS90 tires, Bridgestone recommends using them only in sets of four to provide the best handling characteristics and tire performance.
El neumático Blizzak WS90 de Bridgestone pertenece al segmento: Sin Pernos Para Hielo y Nieve. Fue desarrollado para conductores de vehículos sedanes, cupé, minivans y utiliautos (crossovers), que buscan un control confiable en diferentes escenarios del difícil clima de invierno. Cuando las condiciones de manejo en invierno son las peores, es cuando el Blizzak WS90 esta en su mejor momento.
El Blizzak WS90 posee un patrón direccional que cuenta con bloques que aumentan su rigidez, para proporcionar una respuesta más eficaz al girar el volante, además, de mejorar el desgaste durante el ciclo de vida del neumático. La tecnología "EdgePerformance Technology Package" utiliza pequeñas ranuras de profundidad total que se unen entre si para proporcionar un rendimiento impresionante más largo durante el ciclo de vida del neumático. El patrón de la banda de rodamiento del Blizzak WS90 posee un área de contacto más grande y 15% más bordes adherentes en los bloques, que su antecesor, con esto, aumenta la tracción sobre superficies con hielo y reduce la distancia al frenar en condiciones resbalosas. El compuesto de caucho "Multi-Cell" de Bridgestone, con partículas mordedoras, es de una generación nueva y permite que el neumático remueva, la capa delgada de agua que se crea entre la huella y la superficie con hielo, permitiendo que el neumático pueda morder el hielo más fácilmente. Sílice mejorado en el compuesto de caucho aumenta, aún más, la tracción sobre superficies con hielo y nieve.
Los neumáticos Blizzak WS90 satisfacen requisitos de la industria, en relación a condiciones de nieve severa, por esta razón, cuentan con el símbolo "montaña de tres picos con copo de nieve", 3PMSF (three-peak mountain snowflake symbol, 3PMSF).
El Blizzak WS90 posee unas barras que indican, cuando el compuesto de caucho "Multi-Cell" esta cerca de su final (la profundidad del compuesto de caucho "Multi-Cell" varía levemente dependiendo del tamaño del neumático). Una vez acabado el compuesto "Multi-Cell", Bridgestone utiliza su mejor compuesto de caucho para invierno.
Instale el Blizzak WS90 en grupo de cuatro solamente.
Debido a la capacidad de tracción del Blizzak WS90, Bridgestone recomienda instalarlo en grupos de cuatro y así obtener la mejor maniobrabilidad y rendimiento que su vehículo puede ofrecer durante el invierno.
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Breaking Down Tire Performance Categories - 2024 Special Test With Winter Update(26:05)
We understand that tire performance categories can be confusing. You want an all-season tire, but there are several all-season categories; how do you know which one is right for you? You want a summer tire, but again, which summer category? In this special demonstration, we took six all-season tires from three all-season categories and three summer tires from two summer categories to lay it out for you. Category-leading tires from the Standard Touring All-Season, Grand Touring All-Season, Ultra High Performance All-Season, Max Performance Summer, and Extreme Performance Summer categories are tested so you can see exactly what each "step up" gets you as a driver and what trade-offs were made along the way.
User feedback reveals the Pirelli P Zero excels in dry traction, with scores often reaching 9-10 for confident cornering and precise handling. Wet traction also earns praise (7-10 range), offering reliable grip in rain, though a few note reduced hydroplaning resistance in heavy downpours. Comfort receives positive marks for ride quality, but noise levels show mixed feedback, with some reporting noticeable road hum. Treadwear scores (0-8) highlight concerns about durability, with many users noting a shorter lifespan than expected. As a max-performance summer tire, it delivers strong results in its intended categories, though aggressive drivers may prioritize its dynamic handling over long-term wear.
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Most customers rate wet traction between 8-10, with many scoring 9-10 for excellent grip and hydroplaning resistance. While a few note lower scores (4-6), the majority commend its wet performance in summer conditions.
July 17, 2024
(Verified Purchase)
4.1 out of 5
...Overall a great tire that performs well in all types of wet/dry conditions.
Got a set for the rear of my F Type R at a huge close out discount. These are the OEM tires and while I looked at some others, the price point on these was just too good to pass up. Overall a great tire that performs well in all types of wet/dry conditions.
Vehicle: 2018 Jaguar F-Type R Convertible Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BREVARD, NC Driving Style: Spirited
...superb G force cornering, blistering road handling and amazing wet traction... when you do slip, predictability of this tire is amazing (using traction control in sporty mode) voila !! this wont be your long lasting tire for sure but, it will keep you safe on wet road and get you back home...
this is the tire that comes stock on the Camaro 2014 2SS RS(V8), well...I must say the engineers at Pirelli and, Chevy really did their homework. Balance between superb G force cornering, blistering road handling and amazing wet traction. there is a G force meter on the Camaro HUD (Heads up display)and I have recorded 0.91G on concrete and no slip. However, when you do slip, predictability of this tire is amazing (using traction control in sporty mode) voila !! this wont be your long lasting tire for sure but, it will keep you safe on wet road and get you back home. Enjoy!
Vehicle: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HOUSTON, TX Driving Style: Spirited
Solid tire with good all around performance. Handles great on wet roads. Hard to find as no local tire dealers seem to stock the tire. Wears faster than I would like, but the traction is great.
Vehicle: 2004 Porsche 911 Miles Driven on Tires: 7,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: null, null Driving Style: Average
Customers overwhelmingly rate the Pirelli P Zero's dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight exceptional grip, precise cornering, and responsive handling, making it a standout choice for summer driving where confident dry-road performance is critical.
April 04, 2014
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...Dry traction and cornering is outstanding. Turn in transition is very responsive. The tire communicates clearly and break-away is predictable and easily controlled...
This is the tire that came on my 2012 BMW M3. Dry traction and cornering is outstanding. Turn in transition is very responsive. The tire communicates clearly and break-away is predictable and easily controlled. It is the best tire I have ever used.
Vehicle: 2012 BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RICHMOND, VA Driving Style: Spirited
These tires are amazing. Each lap I increased my speed and could tell when I was reaching the edge, but these tires never let go...
These tires came stock on my new car. I previously had the older P Zeros Pirellis on my 2007 911 and did not really like them. They were fast wearing and did not let you know when you where getting close to losing traction. I replaced them with Michelin Super Sports and truly love these tires. I still have them on my 2007 (now my wife's car). I recently took my car to Miller Motorsports Park for a PCA driving event. The salesman who sold me the car (Daniel Eastman, an actual race car driver (see him in the video with Jan Leno and the Porsche 918)) said I should give these tires a try. I was very surprised. These tires are amazing. Each lap I increased my speed and could tell when I was reaching the edge, but these tires never let go. To make an actual comparison with the new Michelins, I would need to have two identical cars. That's not going to happen. I do recommend these tires. When these wear out (I bought the car mid-December) I will replace them with the Michelins and then I can make a better evaluation.
Vehicle: 2015 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 11,782 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: LAYTON, UT Driving Style: Spirited
...Even on corners with rough road surfaces, the Pirellis don't skip and neither lose traction and the cornering grip is always fenomenal. With an aggressive alignment setup there is simply no understeer, in my BMW...
I've bought these tires (225/40 front, 255/35 rear - 18inch weels) for my BMW e92 Coupe to replace the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A Runflats. I run these tires with 36 PSI (2.5 bar) front and 37PSI (2.55 bar)rear pressure (cold), 0deg40' camber front, 0mm total toe front, 1deg30' camber rear, +1mm total toe rear. There is simply night and day difference between the Pirellis and the Bridgestones, especially in therms of "road feel" and both dry and wet grip. Bridgestones had the best steering response (they were runflat) but the Pirellis gives you more feedback and are easier to drive to the limit because you can hear a bit of tire's "squealing" before they abandon you. Even on corners with rough road surfaces, the Pirellis don't skip and neither lose traction and the cornering grip is always fenomenal. With an aggressive alignment setup there is simply no understeer, in my BMW. Sidewall is still stiff enough for accurate driving, and tirewear seems good. Pirellis doesn't need as much as time as the Bridgestones to get warmed, but the tire performance -with appropriate tires pressure- lasts very long and doesn't drop during an "insane street session". Finally, there is a bit of tire noise but I don't really care about this. Phenomenal Max Performance tire...
Vehicle: 2008 BMW 328i Coupe Sport Package Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: Parma, IT Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate comfort highly, with many scoring 9s and 10s for smooth ride and low noise. While a few lower scores exist, the Pirelli P Zero excels in delivering refined handling for summer driving.
March 20, 2018
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
...Daily driving situation: these tires provide quiet and comfort ride compared to regular all-season tires. No wonder these tires are used on luxury performance vehicles; Audi,BMW, Benz, Aston Martin, etc...
First of all, I don't understand why anyone would give bad rating after using these tires on cold/snow covered road. That's just nonsense. I'm only using this tire in Summer and have taken to few track days with my S4. It doesn't provide the best grip, but it was manageable and predictable. Daily driving situation: these tires provide quiet and comfort ride compared to regular all-season tires. No wonder these tires are used on luxury performance vehicles; Audi,BMW, Benz, Aston Martin, etc. For OEM tires, these are very good tires. If you want to sustain OEM ride, I'd recommend using these tires.
Vehicle: 2013 Audi S4 Sedan Premium Plus Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross Location: FAIRFAX, VA Driving Style: Spirited
...It is quite and comfortable ride on thiese tires.
Great tire. It is quite and comfortable ride on thiese tires.
Vehicle: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 Sedan RWD with Staggered Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HEMET, CA Driving Style: Spirited
...The problem I am having (and a good problem at that) is that this car is so good, I'm not sure if the cornering stability, steering responsiveness and ride comfort is more the car or the tires. Noise level is non existent since I have a modified exhaust but I'll be sure to monitor as the miles accumulate...
I have a little less than 3,000 miles on these tires that came as OEM on my 2012 BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package. To be honest, I haven't been able to test the limits of the tires yet, except for a few cornering exhibitions when DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) is off, resulting in lots of understeer. Most of my normal driving is city with the occasional highway, but spirited nonetheless. It's starting to get cold now so the tires do take a little time to warm up in the morning, as with every Summer Performance Tire. The problem I am having (and a good problem at that) is that this car is so good, I'm not sure if the cornering stability, steering responsiveness and ride comfort is more the car or the tires. Noise level is non existent since I have a modified exhaust but I'll be sure to monitor as the miles accumulate. I don't have any complaints on these tires as of yet. Wet traction seems to be good, and no problems with hydroplaning. Treadwear won't be an issue to after 10K miles but so far, no unusual wear patterns and tread is even. Based upon the early review, I am happy with them.
Vehicle: 2012 BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package Miles Driven on Tires: 2,945 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: Rumson, NJ Driving Style: Spirited
Despite some high scores (9s-10s), many rate treadwear between 0-6. Frequent reports of premature wear, rapid degradation, and needing early replacement. Customers express disappointment in tread life, with excessive wear noted even within summer tire expectations.
November 06, 2012
4 out of 5
...They just don't last long enough. I have them on my 2010 Camaro, they look good and perform good but the tread wear is way below the average.
The Pirelli Tires are good tires, but the problem I have with them is the Tread wear. They just don't last long enough. I have them on my 2010 Camaro, they look good and perform good but the tread wear is way below the average.
Vehicle: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS RS Package Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: Winter Garden , Fl Driving Style: Average
Wow less than 9000 miles on a set of tires never again!
Wow less than 9000 miles on a set of tires never again!
Vehicle: 2011 Maserati Quattroporte S Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: EL CAJON, CA Driving Style: Easy Going
Very dissappointed on tread wear on a $350 tire from perelli. Dealership says I did good to get 21k miles on these tires...
Very dissappointed on tread wear on a $350 tire from perelli. Dealership says I did good to get 21k miles on these tires. I guess I will have go with a Michellin all season tire with better tire mileage life span.
Vehicle: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS 2SS Miles Driven on Tires: 21,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LOUDON, TN Driving Style: Average
In 1993, Bridgestone released their first “Blizzak” product, and winter driving changed forever. Fast forward to the present and the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is the latest iteration in this long line of winter performance.
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is the latest Studless Ice & Snow Winter Tire from a prestigious lineage that has defined the category, so it serves as a strong benchmark and target for other popular tires in the category.
Bridgestone’s Blizzak WS90 is a proven bad weather performer, providing a strong benchmark for the latest releases in the Studless Ice & Snow category.
The ever-popular Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is the topic of conversation during this episode of “TJ Talking.” TJ Campbell, our Tire Information and Testing Manager hits up Bridgestone’s Will Robbins, Senior Product Manager at Bridgestone, for the inside story on this winter tire.
Testing Studless Ice & Snow Tires on the Ice and Dry Roads 2019: Bridgestone Blizzak WS90(01:57)
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is the most recent in a long line of industry-leading products. We find out if this new tire lives up to the expectations of a legacy by comparing it to some of the newest and best on the market.
Bridgestone’s brand new Studless Ice & Snow Blizzak WS90 offers more responsive steering and improved wear life for starters. A greater contact area and 15% more block edges further increase ice traction and reduce braking distances in slippery conditions.
Winter just got a lot more interesting.
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