Comparison: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 vs. Uniroyal WinterExpert (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Uniroyal). Uniroyal is a brand that belongs to the Michelin group. Generally, Bridgestone winter tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Uniroyal (75%). The first tyre test of Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 was done in 2015, compared to 2022 when was the Uniroyal WinterExpert first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 72% of Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Uniroyal WinterExpert has C rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Blizzak LM-001 is made in Poland and WinterExpert is made in Germany.