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Bridgestone WeatherPeak - Test Results

Test Statistics

3

Tests Completed

6th

Average Position

3rd

Best Result

11th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Bridgestone WeatherPeak shows a split personality: consistently weak on dry and wet braking/handling but notably strong in snow and aquaplaning performance. Across three all-weather tests it averaged mid-pack overall (6.3) with one podium (3/7) offset by a last place (11/11). Snow results are repeatedly top-tier including an outright snow handling win and multiple top-three snow braking/traction finishes, while aquaplaning resistance tests also rank near the top. Conversely, dry and wet braking deficits of ~20-29% from best recur across tests, dragging overall results.
Noise/comfort and efficiency are competitive in the independent 2025 test, but ice performance is only mid-pack. Overall, WeatherPeak suits snowy climates prioritizing winter security and hydroplaning resistance over short dry/wet stopping distances or sporty feel.

Performance Strengths
  • Snow Performance Strong
    • 1st place Snow Handling in 2024 TireRack test (53.76 s)
    • 2nd place Snow Braking in 2024 TireRack (+9.1% from best) and 2025 C&D (+8.9% from best)
    • 2nd place Snow Traction in 2025 C&D (+15.4% from best)
    • Top subjective Snow Handling in 2025 7 BEST test (1/7)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Moderate
    • Curved Aquaplaning 2/7 in 2025 7 BEST (+3.2% from best)
    • Straight Aquaplaning 4/7 in 2025 7 BEST (+4.9% from best) and article notes Bridgestone performed well in deeper water
  • Noise/Comfort & Efficiency Moderate
    • Noise 2/7 (71.7 dB, +2% from best) and Subj. Noise 2/7 in 2025 7 BEST
    • Rolling Resistance 2/7 (+1.3% from best) and Value 3/7 in 2025 7 BEST
Performance Weaknesses
  • Dry Braking and Handling Strong
    • Dry Braking last place 11/11 (+18.7% from best) and Subj. Dry Handling last 11/11 (+21.3%) in 2024 TireRack
    • Dry Braking 6/6 (+28.8%) and Dry Handling 6/6 (+5.4%) in 2025 C&D
    • Dry Braking 7/8 (+28.6%) and Dry Handling 8/8 (+3.2%) in 2025 7 BEST
  • Wet Braking and Handling Strong
    • Wet Braking 11/11 (+24.3%) and Subj. Wet Handling 11/11 (+21.3%) in 2024 TireRack
    • Wet Braking 5/6 (+24.6%), Wet Handling 5/6 (+10.3%), Wet Circle 5/6 (+16.7%) in 2025 C&D
    • Wet Braking 5/8 (+23.7%) and Wet Handling 6/8 (+4.9%) in 2025 7 BEST
  • Ice Performance Moderate
    • Ice Braking 7/11 (+17.8%) in 2024 TireRack
    • Ice Braking 6/8 (+24.7%) and Ice Traction 5/8 (+57.8%) in 2025 7 BEST
Performance Over Time

Test History

11
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2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2

The Bridgestone WeatherPeak is a tale of two tires. On the road, it's pleasant enough with a soft ride, though the steering is somewhat sedate and there's a variety of tread noise. Its warm weather...
Strong:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling
Weak:
Dry Braking, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking
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3
of 7
2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tire Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive

The $224 Bridgestone WeatherPeak was the clear snow performance champion, delivering the quickest acceleration, fastest snow-covered autocross time, and shortest stopping distance in winter conditi...
Strong:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Traction
Weak:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
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5
of 9
The 7 BEST All Weather Tires Tested

2025
Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW

The Bridgestone WeatherPeak is the only tire with a 70,000 mile treadwear warranty, and while it has a very low rolling resistance, low noise and great grip in the snow, it's performance in the dry...
Strong:
Noise, Subj. Noise, Snow Braking, Subj. Snow Handling, Rolling Resistance, Curved Aquaplaning
Weak:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Subj. Dry Handling, Snow Traction
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