The Bridgestone Potenza RE070 is an extreme performance summer tire developed as original equipment for high-performance vehicles including the 2004-2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STI and 2008-2009 Honda S2000 CR, representing Bridgestone's commitment to delivering maximum dry grip for street and occasional track use. This tire features a high-grip tread compound molded into an asymmetric pattern combining semi-slick outboard shoulder blocks with several continuous inboard ribs to enhance initial steering response and increase lateral stiffness during aggressive cornering. The RE070 prioritizes ultimate dry performance above other considerations, with internal construction utilizing twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wrapped nylon for high-speed stability and responsive handling feedback appropriate for performance driving enthusiasts.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE070 delivers exceptional dry weather performance with user reviews averaging 83% across 144,000 miles consistently praising the tire's transformation of vehicles into "supercars in corners" with tons of grip and cornering characteristics "like glue." However, this extreme dry performance comes with significant trade-offs in wet weather capability, where the tire tends to slide at 65-70% of the limit compared to its dry performance, with users noting it doesn't perform well in rain and is particularly poor in snow conditions. The tire also generates noticeable road noise, especially as tread depth decreases. Pricing typically starts around $400 per tire, reflecting its specialized performance positioning and limited size availability ranging from 17 to 20 inches. Like all extreme performance summer tires, the RE070 is not intended for operation in near-freezing temperatures, through snow, or on ice, with compound characteristics optimized exclusively for warm, dry conditions. The tire serves dedicated enthusiasts seeking maximum dry grip for street performance and track day use who accept compromises in wet weather capability, noise levels, and all-season versatility in exchange for ultimate dry traction and handling precision.
