Bridgestone 1630 Ecopia EP500 175/60R19 86Q Summer Tire

The Bridgestone Ecopia EP500 is an innovative summer tire originally developed as original equipment for the BMW i3 Electric Car, designed to deliver exceptional fuel efficiency and performance for electric and hybrid vehicles in city and highway driving conditions.

Ologic Technology for Maximum Efficiency:

At the heart of this tire is Bridgestone's groundbreaking Ologic technology, which capitalizes on the synergies of a large diameter coupled with a narrow tread design. This innovative approach offers a larger diameter tire with a narrow tread that eases pressure off the tire and decreases rolling resistance, resulting in reduced energy consumption and extended battery range for electric vehicles.

Key Features:

• Narrow asymmetric tread design upgrades dry and wet weather performance
• Long, narrow contact patch and circumferential grooves channel water away for powerful wet-road grip
• Outboard tread blocks boost braking power for shorter stops and enhanced dry-road traction
• Three circumferential and angled lateral grooves disperse water from the footprint, effectively avoiding hydroplaning
• Narrow tread design reduces aerodynamic resistance and improves contact pressure for better grip and handling
• Tread design closely follows the road surface to absorb driving shock and decrease road vibrations

Specifications:

• Tire Size: 175/60R19
• Service Description: 86Q (Load Index 86, Speed Rating Q)
• Maximum Load: 1,168 lbs
• Maximum Air Pressure: 51 PSI
• UTQG Rating: 440 A A
• Tread Depth: 8/32 inch
• Overall Diameter: 27.3 inches
• Sidewall: Black Sidewall (BSW)
• Load Range: SL (Standard Load)

As a summer tire, the Ecopia EP500 is not approved for use when temperatures are consistently below 45 degrees Fahrenheit. This tire is ideal for drivers of electric vehicles, hybrids, and fuel-efficient passenger cars who prioritize low rolling resistance, extended range, and responsive summer weather performance.