Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 extends life by 40%, improves traction

The manufacturer’s latest all-terrain tyre has been designed to offer the assurance to push the 4×4 to its limits on and off the road

Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 (Photo: Bridgestone)

Bridgestone launched its new premium all-terrain tyre, the Dueler All-Terrain A/T002, earlier in 2023. Designed to enable drivers to handle off-road challenges while keeping them on track on their on-road journeys. The Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 offers improved adaptation and reaction over different types of terrain, excellent wet and dry grip, and improved mileage, based on Bridgestone’s internal testing against the predecessor Dueler A/T001. The manufacturer said it conducted extensive market research to ensure the tyre meets drivers’ needs for safety and all-terrain performance, while offering the feeling of freedom and adventure.

Bridgestone details several features illustrating the improvements the A/T002 has made to offer a better all-terrain product for today’s on/off-road drivers. The new tyre has an aggressive design for better adaptation and reaction over different types of terrains. Notably, its innovative hexagonal block shape and pattern architecture provides excellent traction and braking balance on different surfaces, as well as the capacity to grasp mud and snow while keeping the tyre clean when back on asphalt.

The tyre has been engineered for improved wet and dry grip for more control in both straight and cornering manoeuvres. Thanks to the high silica compound, the Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 delivers superior adhesion on wet surfaces. The tyre is also certified with 3PMSF and M+S markings, making it fully winter-ready and compliant with winter tyre legislation.

Most eye-catching of all, Bridgestone says it has improved mileage by 40 per cent compared to its predecessor. This has been made possible by its maximised footprint width, optimised contact patch and increased skid depth.

“According to our comprehensive market research, drivers of 4×4 vehicles are looking for freedom and adventure, while also seeking safety and reassurance that they are ready to tackle the road ahead, no matter the weather or terrain,” said Brett Emerson, Bridgestone’s consumer sales director.

“With the new Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002, we offer all 4×4 drivers – regardless of whether they are looking for adventure, or simply using their vehicle for their daily work – the confidence and control they need to push their vehicles to their full potential in tackling both on- and off-road conditions.”

Developed and manufactured in Europe, the new Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 is available in 43 sizes ranging from 15 to 19 inches. The all-terrain tyre was designed and tested at Bridgestone’s European R&D Centre using Virtual Tyre Development technology. This sustainable approach enables a digital version of an in-development tyre to be created and tested virtually before building prototypes, leading to savings in raw materials and CO2 emissions during development.

Bridgestone adds that the tyre was created in line with the Bridgestone E8 Commitment. The Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 is also the result of the experience and expertise that Bridgestone gained while developing its original fitment tyre designed specifically for the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato. As the supercar’s exclusive tyre partner, Bridgestone custom-developed the world-first supercar run-flat all-terrain tyre to enhance the all-terrain capabilities of the Huracán Sterrato, while maximising the thrill and fun of driving on asphalt.