RE001

The Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE001 is a high-performance summer tire developed in collaboration with ex-Formula One driver Stefano Modena, engineered to deliver sharp steering response, superior grip in wet and dry conditions, and extreme cornering precision with exceptional driver communication. This tire features asymmetrical rigid tread design incorporating inside offset twin ribs for sharp response and stability, 3D center blocks for reinforced response characteristics, multi-curved slant grooves optimizing wet weather performance, and semi-slick shoulder design maximizing cornering grip. The RE001 carries 220 UTQG treadwear rating reflecting its performance-oriented compound prioritizing grip and feedback over extended longevity, with the tire targeting enthusiast drivers seeking enhanced street performance with particular emphasis on balanced handling characteristics and precise communication rather than ultimate grip specialization. The Adrenalin RE001 has been succeeded by RE003 and subsequent generations with evolutionary improvements, though the original established benchmarks for balanced performance tire capabilities emphasizing driver engagement and controllability at the limit.

The Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE001 delivers exceptional driver feedback and communication, with users consistently praising how the tire responds precisely to driver inputs and intentions whether braking, turning in, at apex, or on corner exit. The tire allows drivers to explore handling limits confidently with progressive characteristics when exceeding adhesion thresholds, focusing on balance and communication rather than ultimate grip levels approaching race-inspired alternatives like Yokohama Neova AD08 or Bridgestone's own Potenza RE11. Independent testing by Australia's Motor magazine evaluating 14 competing tires showed the Adrenalin scoring 120.1 points across wet and dry slalom, wet and dry braking, lateral G-force measurements, and overall lap times—almost five points ahead of its nearest road tire competitor. Grip levels prove very high for street tire applications, allowing drivers to tackle corners at nearly the same speeds as more extreme alternatives while maintaining superior control and predictability. The RE001 excels for drivers prioritizing balanced handling, precise steering feedback, and the ability to drive confidently at the limit rather than those seeking absolute maximum grip for time attack or aggressive track day applications. The tire serves enthusiast drivers wanting enhanced performance street tire delivering engaging driving experience with strong wet and dry capabilities, exceptional communication, and progressive limit characteristics making spirited driving more rewarding and controllable compared to alternatives prioritizing ultimate grip over driver engagement and everyday usability.