Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 RFT. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Winter weather traction; Enhanced controllability; Tread wear indicators; Reduced road vibrations; Run flat tire model; . OVERVIEW: The Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 RFT is a performance, winter tire manufactured for passenger vehicles.The model promotes a secure winter weather traction. The winter weather compound and the detailed directional tread pattern increase the grip the tire has on ice and snow-covered road surfaces. The compound keeps the tire's pliability in colder temperatures, guaranteeing a secure performance. The directional tread pattern with the 3D full depth siping pattern increases the number of biting edges gripping the road surface throughout the tire's performance. This enables the tire to securely perform in various winter conditions. The rounded shoulder junctions and vari-width grooves of the tread pattern increases the hydroplaning resistance. This tread disperses water and slush from below the footprint to further boost the road contact and the cold temperature driving safety.This tire model offers a limited, temporary performance after air pressure loss. Once air pressure leaves the tire, its strengthened internal structure maintains the ideal tire shape under the weight of the vehicle and its passengers. This enables the tire to be driven on for 50 miles up to the speed of 50 mph, increasing the driving safety. In other words, after air pressure loss the vehicle will not be stranded on the side of the road, but it can be driven to a nearby location where the damaged tire can be fixed or damaged. These tires should not be mixed with regular tires on the same vehicle due to their heavier construction.The tire guarantees a safer controllability in winter conditions. The directional tread pattern upgrades the steering responsiveness and the driving stability by maintaining the road surface contact at all times. This is achieved with the tread's detailed siping pattern which upgrades the road grip to boost the steering response time and accuracy and the driving stability. The optimal siping pattern also helps improve the cornering and maneuvering capability. They provide additional biting edges to increase the cornering grip to ensure a safer performance. The high-density siping detail and the durable tire compound work together to create friction between the tire and the road surface at the moment of braking. In this manner, the model significantly shortens the braking distance and promotes a secure performing capability.The tread pattern was designed with tread wear indicators. These indicators or Snow Platforms offer a visual representation of the tread wear rate. As a result, the tread wear indicators enable the driver to follow the tire's wear rate throughout the tire's life. This enables them to notice when the tire is wearing out and getting close to losing its excellent snow traction. The tread wear indicators serve to identify the tire's wear and prevent the tires from being used in winter weather when they have used up their winter traction.The Blizzak LM001 RFT manages to provide a comfortable drive. The optimal road contact of the directional tread design and the maintained optimal tire shape allow the tire to closely follow the road surface. This enables the tire to absorb the shock of driving while the tires are in motion, which decreases the road vibrations felt in the vehicle's cabin. The reduced driving disturbances felt by the passengers promotes an improved driving enjoyment and comfort. Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.