83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
79 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza S007A vs Toyo Proxes TQ — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Potenza S007A — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Toyo Proxes TQ if comfort and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Proxes TQ leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Potenza S007A leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 48 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes TQ leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Potenza S007A leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 51 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Potenza S007A leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Potenza S007A | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza S007A | Toyo Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 70 |
| Dry | 88 | 97 |
| Wet | 79 | 55 |
| Snow | – | 48 |
| Comfort | 79 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 51 |
| Handling | 90 | 80 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza S007A is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry handling, steering response, and cornering stability, often providing a cost-effective alternative to premium competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While many users praise its value and performance, particularly in warm climates, it is frequently noted for a stiff ride quality—especially in run-flat configurations—and a significant drop-off in traction during cold weather or wet conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Sharp, responsive steering feedback
- High value-for-money, especially when found on closeout
- Strong performance in warm, summer conditions
Cons
- Poor traction and grip in cold temperatures (below 50°F/10°C)
- Stiff ride quality and increased road noise, particularly with run-flat variants
- Accelerated tread wear reported by many users
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
Observations
- Corvette owners frequently report that these tires offer a significant improvement in road noise and stability over stock Goodyear options, though they note a firmer ride.
- Users with high-horsepower, rear-wheel-drive vehicles report difficulty putting power down in wet conditions, suggesting the tire is less suited for daily driving in unpredictable climates.
- Drivers of 19-inch low-profile setups report the most significant complaints regarding ride harshness and impact absorption.
The Toyo Proxes TQ is widely regarded as a high-performance drag radial that excels in straight-line traction for high-horsepower vehicles. While users praise its ability to put significant power to the pavement, the tire's specialized design necessitates caution in adverse weather conditions and compromises in lateral stability.
Pros
- Exceptional straight-line traction and launch capability for high-horsepower applications
- Competitive pricing compared to other drag radial alternatives
- Surprisingly quiet operation during normal street driving
- Predictable grip characteristics once the tire reaches operating temperature
Cons
- Dangerous handling characteristics in heavy rain or standing water
- Noticeable sidewall flex during aggressive cornering or rapid steering inputs
- Requires proper heat cycling/warming to achieve maximum performance
- Limited suitability for daily driving due to wet-weather instability
Observations
- High-horsepower platforms like the C5 Corvette, Viper GTS, and Cobra report excellent launch performance with these tires.
- Users noted that the tire's soft sidewall construction can lead to a 'rolling' sensation during quick lane changes or cornering maneuvers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza S007A | B · Toyo Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 4 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | — | 6.4/32″ |
| UTQG | — | B B |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Bridgestone
70
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza S007A — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Toyo Proxes TQ if comfort and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Potenza S007A scores 81 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Potenza S007A scores 79 vs 55 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Proxes TQ scores 94 vs 79 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Potenza S007A scores 90 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza S007A
Tire B · Toyo Proxes TQ
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.