The DriveGuard Plus is Bridgestone's Grand Touring All-Season tire designed for the drivers of sedans, coupes, CUVs and SUVs looking for enhanced luxury with self-supporting, run-flat capabilities along with increased year-round traction, even in light snow.
DriveGuard Plus features Bridgestone's next-generation run-flat technology ideal for replacement on TPMS-equipped vehicles that may, or may not have come with run-flat tires fitted from the factory. This additional capability offers the peace of mind and flexibility that mobility will be maintained even after experiencing a tire puncture for up to 50 miles at up to 50 mph.
The durable, all-season compound is molded into an asymmetric pattern with stiffer outboard shoulder blocks to promote stable cornering and braking. The inboard section is focused on grip for inclement weather. Zero-degree draft angle, circumferential grooves and open shoulder slots are utilized to help increase hydroplaning resistance. Full-depth features help maintain slippery road traction throughout the tire's life while providing consistent biting edges for traction in wintry conditions.
Construction of the DriveGuard Plus utilizes twin, steel belts with a nylon cap ply over a durable, two-ply polyester casing. Sidewalls feature added reinforcement to help temporarily support the vehicle after a puncture causes a loss of air pressure. Bridgestone's innovative Cooling Fin Design helps dissipate the heat generated during zero-pressure operation, allowing the tire to minimize some of the rigid sidewall construction required in traditional run-flat designs, helping maximize comfort.
NOTE: DriveGuard Plus run-flat tires are only recommended for vehicles that are equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system.
El neumático DriveGuard Plus de Bridgestone pertenece a la categoría: Gran Turismo Para Toda Estación y fue diseñado para conductores de autos sedán, cupé, CUV y vehículos utilitarios deportivos (SUV, por sus siglas en inglés), que buscan mayor lujo con neumáticos rueda flat (soportan el peso del vehículo sin la necesdidad de aire), además de mejorar la tracción durante las estaciones del año, incluyendo superficies con poca nieve.
El DriveGuard Plus posee la tecnología rueda flat de última generación de Bridgestone, ideal para neumáticos de repuesto en vehículos equipados con sistemas de control de presión de aire (TPMS, por sus siglas en inglés) que hayan venido o no con neumáticos rueda flat de fábrica. Esta capacidad adicional, proporciona la tranquilidad y flexibilidad que el neumático seguirá rodando, luego de experimentar un pinchazo, hasta 50 millas a una velocidad de 50 mph.
El compuesto de caucho durable para toda estación es moldeado en un patrón simétrico con tacos o bloques en el hombro externo más rígidos, para proporcionar mayor estabilidad al tomar curvas y frenar. La sección interna se enfoca en proporcionar tracción durante climas inclementes. Canales circunferenciales con un ángulo de inclinación de cero grados y ranuras abiertas en los hombros son utilizadas para ayudar a aumentar la resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning). Pequeñas ranuras profundas ayudan a mantener tracción sobre superficies resbalosas durante el ciclo de vida del neumático, a la vez de proporcionar bordes adherentes consistentes que mejoran la tracción en condiciones invernales.
La construcción interna del DriveGuard Plus cuenta con correas gemelas de acero y una capa de nailon, sobre una estructura durable de dos capas de poliéster. Las paredes o flancos son reforzados para soportar el peso del vehículo luego de un pinchazo. El diseño innovador de Bridgestone, "Cooling Fin" ayuda a disipar el calor generado cuando no hay presión de aire, permitiendo minimizar la construcción rígida de las paredes requeridas en diseños tradicionales en neumáticos rueda flat, esto, también ayuda a maximizar el confort.
NOTA: Los neumáticos rueda flat DriveGuard Plus son recomendados solamente para vehículos que cuentan con un sistema de control de presión de aire.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/24(1 of 3)
Treadwear:5 Years / 65,000 Miles Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:90 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)
Additional Information:(1) Purchase four or more, full refund or exchange
Notes
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New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus
Testing Grand Touring All-Season Tires: Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus(2:21)
The DriveGuard Plus is Bridgestone’s newest run flat Grand Touring All-Season tire designed to eliminate the traditional tradeoffs. We tested it against some of the best touring tires to see how it stands up.
Feedback patterns show the Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus excels in comfort, with many ratings in the 8-10 range for a smooth, quiet ride. Treadwear receives strong praise, with scores often reaching 9-10, highlighting long-term durability. Winter traction is generally reliable in snow (8-9), though a few note reduced confidence on ice (scores as low as 5). Wet traction scores 7-10, with most users reporting secure handling, while dry traction consistently earns top marks (9-10) for responsive cornering and stability. The tire's all-season reliability and run-flat capability resonate well with grand touring drivers prioritizing comfort and performance.
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250 reviews mention "Wet Traction"
236 positive
14 negative
Most customers rate wet traction 9s and 10s, highlighting confident grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance. Scores between 7-8 still show strong wet performance for all-season driving needs.
March 12, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
Seems to handle wet...conditions really well...
Seems like really good set of tires. Seems to handle wet, snow, and dry conditions really well. Seems to be a good, smooth, and long lasting tire. Still have lots of tread left.
Vehicle: 2018 Infiniti Q50 3.0t AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GREENWICH, OH Driving Style: Average
...How well they handle (the best) in rain and snow is a bonus.
Tread ware is superior to Pirelli equivalent that I replaced. Slightly noisier. Unlike Pirelli, these come with a warranty. Pirelli's wear so fast (14,000 miles), no wonder that they do not warranty them. Highly recommend. How well they handle (the best) in rain and snow is a bonus.
Vehicle: 2016 BMW X3 xDrive28i Base Model Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: BUFFALO GROVE, IL Driving Style: Average
For a Run Flat tire the noise level, traction in both wet and dry are very good...
For a Run Flat tire the noise level, traction in both wet and dry are very good. Tire wear is average
Vehicle: 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 Sedan Standard Model Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GREENSBORO, NC Driving Style: Average
Winter Traction receives strong ratings, with most customers scoring 9s and 10s in snow and deep snow performance. Ice traction shows variability, with many 7-8s and a few lower scores. Overall, the DriveGuard Plus delivers confident grip in winter conditions, aligning well with its all-season design.
January 14, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...great traction in snow...
After years of replacing Continental GS SSR O.E. run flat tires with more of the same, I decided to try Bridgestone Drive Guard tires. What a difference! Quiet during the entire tire life, even wear, and great traction in snow. I cannot speak to tire life as run flat tires on a Mercedes is not much more than 20K miles and I sold the car with only 10K miles on the tires. Will replace the O.E. Continental run flat tires on my new Mercedes C300 with Bridgestone Drive Guard tires when the Continental’s wear out.
Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC Sedan Luxury Package Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MERTZTOWN, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Tread wear is good and handles wet and snowy surfaces nicely...
Tread wear is good and handles wet and snowy surfaces nicely. TIRE performs well on asphalt roads however on grooved highway roads, the vehicle feels like it’s sliding (fish-tailing).
Vehicle: 2011 BMW 535i xDrive Gran Turismo Base Built Before 9/10 Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ELMA, NY Driving Style: Average
I think the Bridgestones are slightly better in the snow, though I have not had scary moments with any of these tires...
I have had 3 sets of tires on this car: Pirelli Cinturato P7s (low tread when I purchased the car), Michelin MXM4 ZP, and these Bridgestone Driveguards. All have been quite good in the snow and rain. Car specifies run flat tires with no provision for a spare. All of these have a really harsh ride. The Michelin's are my favorite for aggressive cornering in wet or dry. I think the Bridgestones are slightly better in the snow, though I have not had scary moments with any of these tires. They are all good. I now have 2 sets of wheels, so my plan is to continue using the Michelins as my summer tires, and the Bridgestones as my winter / ski tires.
Vehicle: 2016 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon Luxury Package Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: CASTRO VALLEY, CA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers consistently rate dry traction highly, with most scores between 9-10. The DriveGuard Plus delivers responsive handling and confident grip, excelling in dry conditions as expected for a Grand Touring All-Season tire.
October 09, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...Turn in and overall steering response are greatly improved as is high speed cornering. Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration...
Over the last 10 years I have had 2 sets of the original Driveguard tires in addition to the OEM Michelins. This time I went with the Driveguard Plus tires and they are a huge improvement. Turn in and overall steering response are greatly improved as is high speed cornering. Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration. Overall ride is smoother and quieter in town and on the highway. I have never had a set of tires that were such a noticeable improvement over previous ones.They make my Cadillac ATS feel new again, riding and handling as well or better than when I first got the car. I am impressed.
Vehicle: 2014 Cadillac ATS 2.0L Turbo AWD Luxury Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GRAND JCT, CO Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate comfort highly with scores 8-10, praising the smooth ride and low noise levels. While a few lower scores exist, the DriveGuard Plus excels in delivering refined comfort for all-season touring.
December 19, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...cost, noiseHandling and comfort are all good so far
So far they have been good tires. Haven’t hast all the Wx yet to fully rate but cost,noise Handling and comfort are all good so far
Vehicle: 2015 BMW X1 xDrive28i Base Model Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WAKEMAN, OH Driving Style: Spirited
Exceptional tires, comfortable yet sporty drive. Tires were delivered directly to my mechanic for installation. Excellent service.
Vehicle: 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: SHOHOLA, PA Driving Style: Spirited
...I could not ask for more comfortable, responsive tires.
In the past I have generally gone with Continental or Michelin tires. OEM tires on this car were Michelin Primacy. They were excellent but tread wore rather quickly, needed to be replaced after about 32000 mi. I had some question when Bridgestone tires were recommended. After about 8000 mi. of service, I am very satisfied with these tires. I hope they will wear better but I could not ask for more comfortable, responsive tires.
Vehicle: 2020 Cadillac CT5 AWD Runflat Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PENNINGTON, NJ Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate treadwear 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent durability for Grand Touring All-Season use. While some lower scores exist, high marks emphasize long-lasting performance in varied conditions.
June 28, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...Sienna is a heavy vehicle that eats through tires. I was never able to get more than 30K out of a tire on it before. These lasted 42K and had some life left (I do not run to legal minimum, and prefer to change at 4/32)...
This is by far the best RFT tire I had on this car. Sienna is a heavy vehicle that eats through tires. I was never able to get more than 30K out of a tire on it before. These lasted 42K and had some life left (I do not run to legal minimum, and prefer to change at 4/32). However, this longevity does not come at the expense of comfort, performance, etc. Mind you - this is a minivan, so I am not expecting track performance, but I still need decent handling and comfort. I never felt limited by the tires - only by the size and weight of the car itself. I am comparing this tire with other BS RFT (Dueller, Turanza) as well as Conti RFT.
Just replaced with a fresh set of DriveGuard Plus.
Vehicle: 2020 Toyota Sienna AWD Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 42,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NEW YORK, NY Driving Style: Average
...Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty. No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee!...
An excellent run-flat tire for a luxury SUV. Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty. No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee! In addition, the included Tire Rack Road Hazard Warranty has made me a Tire Rack customer for life! My area of Pennsylvania has terrible roads so I have had 2 Bridgestone run-flat tires get punctured in the past 1.5 years. The Bridgestone fund-flats performed as expected even when low on air after a puncture, got me home, then to the tire store for replacement. Reimbursement from the Road Hazard insurance provider was prompt and effortless.
Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4MATIC SUV Sport Package Miles Driven on Tires: 11,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: POTTSTOWN, PA Driving Style: Average
I am hoping these wear as well as the prior Bridgestones, I was very happy with the tread life...
I usually buy Michelin but this is my third set of Bridgestones. I was nervous that these tires wouldn’t be as quiet and composed as the TURANZA model I had prior. I am hoping these wear as well as the prior Bridgestones, I was very happy with the tread life. So far; these tires are quiet, ride well, handle well.
Vehicle: 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Sedan Standard Model Miles Driven on Tires: 300 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: POINT OF ROCKS, MD Driving Style: Average
Testing Grand Touring All-Season Tires: Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus(2:21)
The DriveGuard Plus is Bridgestone’s newest run flat Grand Touring All-Season tire designed to eliminate the traditional tradeoffs. We tested it against some of the best touring tires to see how it stands up.
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