Comparison: Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO vs. Hankook ION FlexClimate

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Bridgestone allround tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Hankook (82%). The first tyre test of Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 97% of Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating. We also know where Weather Control A005 EVO is made - Hungary/Italy.