Description
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 (AO)(B-SILENT) is a premium touring tire designed for optimal performance in various driving conditions, particularly wet weather. It’s known for its excellent handling, low rolling resistance, and reduced noise levels. The “AO” marking indicates it’s often fitted as original equipment on Audi vehicles, signifying a co-developed and evaluated fit. The “B-Silent” feature highlights its focus on noise reduction.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Excellent Wet Performance:The Turanza T005 excels in wet conditions with features like optimized pattern design, high-angle lateral grooves, and wide circumferential grooves for efficient water drainage and hydroplaning resistance.
- Reduced Rolling Resistance:Features like a lightweight belt package, aramid/nylon cord reinforcement, and innovative compound mixing technologies contribute to lower rolling resistance, improving fuel efficiency and potentially extending EV range.
- Quiet Ride:The B-Silent technology, combined with features like optimised pattern design and carcass design, helps to minimize road noise and improve ride comfort.
- Enhanced Handling:The tyre’s internal structure, including the carcass and sidewall stiffness tuning, provides good handling and steering response.
- High Mileage:The Turanza T005 is designed to provide long-lasting performance, making it suitable for daily driving, even in challenging conditions.
- Original Equipment on Audi:The “AO” marking signifies that this tyre is often fitted as original equipment on Audi vehicles, indicating a close collaboration between Bridgestone and Audi in its development and evaluation.
Additional Information:
- The Turanza T005 is available in a wide range of sizes to fit various vehicles.
- It has been praised for its balanced performance in both wet and dry conditions.
- Some users have noted that it may not be the absolute best in every single category (e.g., wet braking) but offers a strong overall performance package.
- Bridgestone’s ENLITEN technology, found in some Turanza models, further enhances fuel efficiency and extends EV range.
