“Purchased as the car already had them fitted all round. Replaced the rears in October and on legal limit by end of January. Approximately 200 miles of responsible driving. Rubbish tyres will now replace all four!”
Bridgestone Weather Control A005
Replaced by the Weather Control A005 EVO Replaces the A001
The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 is a premium touring all-season tyre that feels most at home in the wet, where it delivers very strong braking grip and reassuring handling. It also performs convincingly on dry roads, often feeling stable and precise for an all-season. The main trade-offs are limited snow/ice ability versus leading rivals and recurring concerns around wear rate and long-term durability.
In combined real-world and test data, the Weather Control A005 consistently stands out for wet-road confidence, with frequent top results for wet braking and strong wet handling that translates into high driver trust in heavy rain. Dry performance is also a notable plus: steering response and braking are typically near the front of the class, making it a solid choice for mixed UK conditions where cold, wet tarmac dominates.
Where it falls down is true winter capability. Both testing and owner feedback point to weaker traction and braking on snow and ice, particularly on inclines and compacted snow, so it is not the best option for regular winter trips or hilly areas that see frequent snowfall. Another recurring limitation is ownership value: many drivers report short tread life and durability problems (rapid or uneven wear and, in some cases, tread damage), and some tests also flag middling wear/value and occasional noise. Aquaplaning performance is more mixed overall-some drivers report strong resistance in standing water, while several tests rate it less favourably than the best in class-suggesting performance can be more condition- and fitment-sensitive than its wet braking would imply.
The quick answer
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
- 82owner reviews
- 581,594miles driven
- 13professional tests
All Tests
View Test ResultsTested 13 times by independent publications, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 has taken 4 test wins with an average finish of 5th.
Finishing position in each test
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 Sport Auto All Season Tyre TestSport Auto · 235/35 R19 | P4 / 7 | |
| 2020 | 2020 Sport Auto All Season Tyre TestSport Auto · 225/45 R18 | P1 / 7 | |
| 2020 | 2020 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 225/45 R17 | P4 / 9 | Tested by Tyre Reviews Recommended |
| 2020 | 2020 ADAC SUV All Season Tyre TestADAC · 235/55 R17 | P7 / 7 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 235/65 R17 | P1 / 10 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Auto Bild All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P9 / 10 | |
| 2019 | 2019 ACE GTU All Season Tyre TestACE · 205/60 R16 | P7 / 8 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Auto Express All Season Tyre TestAuto Express · 205/55 R16 | P5 / 11 | |
| 2019 | 2019 All Season Tyre Performance OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P1 / 31 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre TestAuto Navigator · 205/55 R16 | P8 / 15 | |
| 2018 | 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P10 / 10 | |
| 2018 | 2018 27 All Season Tyre ShootoutAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P1 / 27 | |
| 2018 | 7 of the best all season tyresTyre Reviews · 205/55 R16 | P5 / 10 |
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View TestIn 225/45 R17, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 is projected to cost €12.05 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €482 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2019 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test.
Dimensions & Label Scores
View AllSize Range74 sizes available
175-275Width35-70Profile15-20Rim82-109 T-YLoad/
EU LabelAcross 74 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.
Fuel
Wet
Noise
69-73dB B
3PMSF on every size
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Hello, just got a Mercedes Marco Polo campervan (RWD) and am interested as to whether an all season tyre like this would give better traction on wet grass / mud? Show more Hello, just got a Mercedes Marco Polo campervan (RWD) and am interested as to whether an all season tyre like this would give better traction on wet grass / mud? I need 245/45 r19's and this is the only premium option I can find to fit. Currently shod with Pirelli P Zeros. As it’s a campervan, I’m not bothered about dynamic handling, but it doesn’t need to be any Wobblier! Any thoughts? Show less
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My question is about the suitability of these all season tyres instead of winter tyres in the south east of the UK. Show more My question is about the suitability of these all season tyres instead of winter tyres in the south east of the UK. I have two sets of wheels for my car and experience of both summer and winter tyres. Given the UK weather in the south east I typically put winter tyres on for only a a few months (Nov-March) and during that you often get days where the temp is above the circa 7 degrees where winters are best. So would an all season tyre like this one be better for my normal winter conditions which do not involve snow but where you do have lots of rain and cold and frosty days? Also would all season tyres extend the optimum period so that I could use for them for a longer period say start October to end April? Show less
I'm curious about the low score for wear - could I ask where this comes from as they've not been around long and the reviews are all low miles. Show more
I'm curious about the low score for wear - could I ask where this comes from as they've not been around long and the reviews are all low miles.
They seem a good alternative to the michelin cross climate+, but not if they wear much quicker. Show less
I've never changed my cars tyres for Winter before, but now have a performance car (leon cupra 300) with uhp summer tyres and have been told I must get them off… Show more I've never changed my cars tyres for Winter before, but now have a performance car (leon cupra 300) with uhp summer tyres and have been told I must get them off before the really cold weather to avoid them cracking up. I want the maximum performance possible but a tyre that I can leave on through the winter whether it falls below -10°c or sneaks back up over 10°c. Not bothered about snow/ice performance as I live in south east and always drove through snow/ice before on pilot sports without any trouble lol. My only choice for all weather is these, otherwise it has to be a winter tyre. Michelin alpine 4's also fit but cost loads more. Do you think these Bridgestones are my best option? Thanks Show less
I'm buying a new car, it has 205/45r17 tyres. I'll drive for 10k kilometers every year, so I guess the best choices it's a 4 season tyres. Show more
I'm buying a new car, it has 205/45r17 tyres.
I'll drive for 10k kilometers every year, so I guess the best choices it's a 4 season tyres. I live in Italy and there is always high temps, we go under ten degrees for two months a year more or less.
It's a strange tyre configuration..there aren't michelin crossclimate or goodyear 4 season for that size.
I found just Nokian weatherproof, this Bridgestone and Vredestein Quatrac 5.
Umm. Can you give me an advice?
Maybe I can take this 4 wheels for summer and i'll take another 4 for winter, maybe with an higher shoulder of the tire, but I don't know if the shopping will be worth it.
Thank you in advance! Show less
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Owner Reviews
Review this tyreWhat owners say summarised from 75 reviews
Drivers report the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 delivers standout wet-weather grip and strong confidence in rain, with many also praising stable dry handling and generally good comfort when new. However, a substantial portion of reviews describe very short tread life and durability issues (rapid wear, uneven wear/cupping, and tread tearing/peeling), often leading to early replacement. Snow and ice performance is frequently criticized as below expectations for an all-season tyre, especially on inclines or compacted snow.
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Owner ratings averaged from 82 ratings
- Owner score 67%
- Wet Grip 83%
- Dry Grip 82%
- Road Feedback 75%
- Handling 72%
- Comfort 70%
- Snow Grip 59%
- Ice Grip 55%
- Wear 52%
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“Had these on a hired Ford Kuga, utterly useless in the snow/ice/slush and way too much understeer in the dry, not driven in wet so no comment on that aspect. However the incredibly poor winter performance shows that the...”
“After 15.000 km, the road facing tread of the front tires began to peel off. Also there was uneven wear on all 4 tires; where the tread become wider. It is now giving a shaky ride and i will replace them. (50.000 km...”
All 77 Bridgestone Weather Control A005 reviews
- Volkswagen ID 3/Born v3 77kwh
- 215/50 R19
- 18,641 miles
Strong wear after only 30,000 km and 3 years. The tyres were produced in early 2022 and had to be replaced at the front in early 2026 due to cracking (on the car since April 2023). The rear tyres were also already heavily worn and had to be replaced this autumn. These tyres also showed significant cracking as visible in the picture. In winter, the grip on snow was very poor. I had a direct comparison with the Continental AllSeasons Contact (1) on the same car. With those tyres, there was definitely much more grip in the snow.
- Subaru Forester
- 225/55 R18
- 20,000 miles
Big chunks from the treads were torn from the tire. İ will try to avoid bridgestone tires from now on. As i see they have a shorter life span.
- Ford Puma
- 215/55 R17
- 13,000 miles
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