LICENCE TO THRILL:
Bridgestone Launches the New POTENZA Adrenalin RE005
Thailand (March 5, 2026) — Bridgestone Asia Pacific proudly introduces the latest product in its highly popular premium sport tire range, the BRIDGESTONE POTENZA Adrenalin RE005.
Rooted in Bridgestone’s motorsport heritage, POTENZA has long represented high-performance driving, translating passion and precision from the racetrack to everyday roads. The POTENZA Adrenalin series was developed under the concept of “Maximizing Driving Pleasure” to deliver sporty performance suitable for everyday driving conditions. The new POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 represents the latest evolution of this series, carrying forward the spirit of POTENZA while meeting the expectations of today’s drivers.
Precision Engineering for Superior Grip and Control
The BRIDGESTONE POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 is built on the legacy of its predecessor, the POTENZA Adrenalin RE004, providing an 8% enhancement in dry grip and a 10% improvement in wet grip*1, resulting in superior performance across a wide range of driving conditions. Its wide block design distributes pressure evenly, supporting strong grip and precise handling on both dry and wet roads.
The POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 integrates connecting blocks that are optimized for cornering stability, engineered to navigate sharp turns and accelerate with confidence on corner exit. Its distinctive and iconic “A”-shaped groove offers precise and predictable handling, even in the tightest turns. Coupled with a wide inside rib, the tire responds quickly to steering input, providing enhanced responsiveness and confidence during dynamic driving situations.
Safety and Confident Control on Wet Roads
Designed for the driver, the POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 features an advanced rain pulse groove for superior water drainage to reduce the occurrence of hydroplaning. Its advanced rubber compound boosts grip and responsiveness in all conditions, from wet roads to sharp corners, giving enthusiasts enhanced driving confidence across various road environments. Its advanced compound also provides improved heat resistance and precise handling characteristics, enabling a consistent, reliable driving experience.
Improved Wear Life
Its advanced rubber compound lowers rolling resistance*2 and improves fuel efficiency, while enhancing wear life. The Multi-Round Block helps optimize contact pressure at the shoulder, maximizing tread life and performance consistency.
“Suitable for a wide range of vehicles such as sports cars, compact cars, sedans, high-performance cars, and EVs, the BRIDGESTONE POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 is engineered to deliver full driving pleasure. Drivers can feel enhanced confidence in wet conditions — it’s a LICENCE TO THRILL,” said Seigo Hata, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Bridgestone Asia Pacific (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
The Bridgestone POTENZA Adrenalin RE005 will be available in selected markets across the Asia Pacific region from 2026, with a wide coverage of sizes from 14-20 inches for passenger cars. Size availability may differ by market.
*1 Notes on Testing Conditions: Wet and dry grip improvement values are based on subjective evaluation scores from experienced test drivers using a Volkswagen Golf GTI equipped with tire size 225/40R18 (inflation pressure: 250 kPa, rim size: 7.5J x 18).
*2 Notes on Testing Conditions: RRC improvement refers to internal measurements based on EU labeling reference values for tire grade categories A (6.5), B (7.7), C (9.0), E (10.5), and F (12.0) for size 225/40R18.
About Bridgestone Corporation
Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company employs approximately 130,000 people globally and conducts business in more than 150 countries and territories worldwide. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.
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