Bridgestone 012777 Potenza RE980AS Plus 255/40R18 99W Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire

The Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS Plus is an ultra-high-performance all-season tire engineered for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans seeking high-speed capability and predictable handling in dry and wet conditions, combined with confident year-round traction including light snow.

Advanced Tread Design and Technology:

• Asymmetric, noise-optimized tread pattern balances dry and wet performance with quiet comfort
• 3D full-depth sipes interlock for enhanced tread stability while providing biting edges for traction in slippery conditions
• Chamfered edges on lateral slots improve rubber-to-road contact and aid in dry braking performance
• Updated all-season compound formulated to increase light-snow traction compared to predecessor
• High sipe density maintains performance over the life of the tire as sipes extend to full tread depth

Wet Weather Performance:

• Interconnected tread pattern slots and grooves facilitate rapid water evacuation from the contact patch
• Open shoulder slots combine with high levels of see-through void to reduce hydroplaning risk
• Enhanced wet and dry braking capabilities through redesigned tread engineering

Construction and Durability:

• Internal construction features three polyester sidewall plies and two polyester plies in tread area for balanced handling response and ride comfort
• High-stiffness sidewall filler resists distortion for responsive handling
• Twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wound nylon wrap for high-speed capability
• Extra Load (XL) rated for increased load capacity
• Backed by a 50,000-mile limited treadwear warranty

This tire features a 99W service description with a load index of 99 (1,653 lbs maximum load capacity per tire) and W speed rating (168 mph maximum speed). The black sidewall (BSW) design provides a clean, performance-oriented appearance suitable for premium sports cars and sedans.