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Description Bridgestone Turanza 6A
Bridgestone Turanza 6A — the version of the flagship touring product that is currently being supplied to BMW and Mercedes production lines. It sets new standards in the premium segment.
Next-generation architecture
The basis — the ENLITEN technological platform — is not just a set of solutions, but a design philosophy that encompasses safety, sustainability, and performance. In combination with the innovative compound, it has made possible what seemed mutually exclusive just a few years ago: reducing the weight of the construction while simultaneously increasing the stiffness of the carcass.
The optimized structure with progressive seamless technologies for winding cords ensures minimal heating during prolonged high-speed driving. For electric and hybrid vehicle owners, this means one thing: the tyre "absorbs" the high torque without losing tread life, and the reduced rolling resistance is directly converted into additional kilometers.
Footprint engineering
The tyre features a modern asymmetric tread pattern, where each zone solves its specific problem. The outer shoulder is responsible for grip in turns, the inner one for water drainage and directional stability.
In the central part, there are lamellas with extended transverse edges that intensify acceleration and braking on wet surfaces. And the rounded edges of the blocks maintain stiffness under lateral loads, keeping the contact patch in optimal shape.
Quiet in the cabin
Noise is one of the main enemies of premium driving. In this model, this issue is addressed at the level of each tread element:
- S-shaped lamellas with sound-absorbing technology soften the impact of blocks on the road, reducing the generated noise;
- special "silencers" in the grooves absorb low-frequency noise that occurs inside the tread voids;
- double angular lamellas in the shoulder blocks additionally dampen vibrations.
Mileage without compromise
Increased mileage is another competitive advantage of the tyre. The manufacturer claims a 20% increase in total mileage. The even distribution of pressure in the contact patch prevents local wear, and the stiff carcass maintains geometry.
Airflow resistance is reduced by 15%. For vehicles with internal combustion engines, this is a significant fuel savings, and for electric vehicles, it means additional kilometers.
Key features of Bridgestone Turanza 6A:
- tread with an increased contact patch — improved grip, precise handling, and slowed abrasive wear;
- 14% improvement in stability on wet roads compared to the predecessor and confident braking in rainy weather;
- a multi-level noise reduction system for an 8% reduction in cabin noise;
- adapted to the high torque of electric and hybrid vehicles, with increased durability and low rolling resistance;
- 20% increase in total mileage due to even wear and reinforced construction.