Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 Tire Review In 2024

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Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 Tire Features

The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is a best-in-class winter and snow tire for crossover, SUV, and light truck drivers. A common misconception for drivers is that their all wheel drive vehicle will automatically protect them in the winter elements. This is wrong.

The tire you pair with the all wheel drive feature will make all the difference. The Blizzak DM-V2 provides great traction and braking features on ice and snow with top notch handling. The tire also limits spin-outs with excellent acceleration capabilities.

The hydroplaning resistance feature provides stability in rain on wet roads. Drivers rave about the confident stopping power on both ice and snow along with the excellent treadwear life.

This tire is not UTQG rated. This is not alarming as winter tires do not receive a rating. There are many different sizes available to fit a long list of vehicles in need.  

NanoPro Tech Multicell compound

The adaptive NanoPro Tech Multicell compound features a hydrophilic coating to handle water and slush. It pairs with tiny bite particles for improved traction and grip on slippery surfaces.

This compound remains flexible during freezing temperatures and fends off water with excellent braking capabilities on slick ice. It is a sponge like reaction on wet surfaces to keep drivers safe with enhanced handling.

The NanoPro Tech compound composes the first 55% of tread depth on the tire, then followed by the standard Bridgestone winter compound in the remaining 45%. This compound provides more strength for a longer lasting tread life.

Directional tread design

The directional tread design is built with circumferential grooves to improve the outflow of water from the tire treads. The DM-V2 tread contains 15% more effective block edges than the DM-V1. These two features create a water flow channel to expel water from the contact area.

The circumferential grooves are extra wide lateral designs for better winter traction. There is a center multi-z pattern to compliment biting edge particles to aid in water drainage and traction.

This tire is built with a silica compound for optimal flexibility in freezing temperatures.  

3D zigzag sipes

The 3D zigzag sipes provide biting edges with zigzag groove designs. These grooves are meant to cover the tread block surface at an angle to push away water and slush.

This is done in a cross-hatch design for additional support on winter braking, handling, and cornering features. These sipes also provide improved block stiffness for better grip in the snow or on ice.  

Pros and Cons

The Blizzak DM-V2 is a top winter tire pick. However, it also has some cons worth noting for buyers to consider when tire shopping.

The Blizzak DM-V2 will perform above all competition when cutting through snow, turning, cornering, braking, and overall traction performance.

The few downsides are the shorter tread life because of how quickly it can wear after the multi-cell compound is gone. No treadwear warranty is also unfortunate but in the seasonal tire category, it is more difficult to find.

The DM-V2 is a sleek looking tire that provides the ultimate support to winter drivers. Be sure  to change out the tires when the weather turns to ensure a longer tread life. This tire can last multiple seasons if treated properly.  

Specifications

Some specifications may vary based on the exact tire size selected.‍

Warranty

A common trend worth noting is the winter tire market does not provide a treadwear warranty on their tires. The same applies to the Blizzak DM-V2. Winter tires tend to wear faster because they will face more harsh conditions. Because it is a seasonal tire, it tends to last multiple seasons.

FAQ

What sizes is this tire available in?

This is a popular tire and the available sizes are a long list to accommodate buyers. Here is a detailed spreadsheet including all sizes you can buy the DM-V2 in:

What vehicle does this tire fit?

This does not include every vehicle compatible with the DM-V2. This list contains some of the most popular vehicles that purchase this tire every year:  

How many miles does this tire last?

The Blizzak DM-V2 is a winter tire and should be used seasonally. It is equipped with a NanoPro Tech Multicell compound that lasts for 55% of the tread life. This is estimated about 15,000 miles before the tire runs on the traditional winter compound underneath.

The overall tread life estimate is around 30,000 miles and will last multiple winter seasons.

Can these tires handle the summer?

These are not meant to be summer tires. The high performance winter design is meant to handle cold weather and snow. Using this tire year round will cause it to wear quickly and vehicle performance will not be at peak levels during the hotter temperatures.

Are these run-flat tires?

No this is not a run-flat tire. A run-flat tire gives a driver a limited distance of driving on a flat tire. The DM-V2 does not offer that feature and drivers should be prepared with a temporary spare in case of emergencies.

How does this tire perform on the highway?

This tire can perform well on the highway. It is surprisingly very quiet with a lot of comfort to offer. In the winter tire category, this is the highway driving champion and offers the best handling and cornering capabilities in this class.

Of course, it does not compare to all season and touring tires and the difference is felt especially in warmer temperatures.

What is the speed rating of this tire? 

The speed rating on the DM-V2 ranges between R, S, and T. The smaller sized tires between 15” and 17” are either R or S. The larger rim size tires from 18” to 20” is primarily a T speed rating. As a winter tire, the speed rating is lower than many traditional sport truck tires.