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Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

Tires / Performance Winter/Snow Tires
Blizzak LM005
Blizzak LM005
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A performance winter/snow tire suited for sport cars and performance sedans and SUVs. Should be installed following the direction of rotation shown on the tire.
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A performance winter/snow tire suited for sport cars and performance sedans and SUVs. Should be installed following the direction of rotation shown on the tire.
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What goes into the Overall Score?

Dry braking
 /  5
Wet braking
 /  5
Handling
 /  5
Hydroplaning
 /  5
Snow traction
 /  5
Ice braking
 /  5
Ride comfort
 /  5
Noise
 /  5
Rolling resistance
 /  5

About

The Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is part of the Tires test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Tire models like the Blizzak LM005 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Dry braking: Dry braking is measure of stopping performance from 60 to 0 mph.

Wet braking: Wet braking is measure of stopping performance from 60 to 0 mph.

Handling: For most tires, Handling includes how well the tires perform; in an avoidance maneuver involving a swerve into the left lane and back into the right lane; on CR's wet handling circuit; and steering feel.

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