Bridgestone OE for Aston Vantage S

Aston Martin refers to its V8 Vantage S as a “driver-focused” vehicle: “The Vantage S epitomises every attribute of the V8 Vantage and pushes the driver experience beyond what we have offered before,” exclaims Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, “It combines dynamic exhilaration with all the charming finesse, beauty and practicality already associated with the Vantage range.” Bridgestone is thus pleased its Potenza RE050A has been selected as original equipment on the freshly released coupé and roadster. The Bridgestone tyre is fitted to the 430hp Aston Martin in size 245/40 on the front wheels and 285/35 on the rear.

In announcing the tyre’s selection as OE, Bridgestone describes the asymmetric Potenza RE050A as a “perfect match” for the V8 Vantage S, a tyre that enhances the car’s dynamic driving experience and complements its ride characteristics. “Bridgestone is the major tyre partner to Aston Martin” comments Didier Schneider, vice-president Original Equipment, Bridgestone Europe. “And we are proud to continue the relationship with the superb new V8 Vantage S.”

Bridgestone’s partnership with Aston Martin began in the early 1990s with the DB7. Since then, ultra high performance Potenza RE050 tyres have been standard factory fitment on the DB9 and V8 Vantage models, with the Potenza S001 fitted on Aston Martin’s 4-door Rapide.