Bridgestone Driveguard

Bridgestone Driveguard 245/45RF18

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Category
All-Season Touring Run-Flat
Tread warranty
50,000 miManufacturer limited
Load index
961,565 lbs per tire
Speed rating
WUp to 168 mph
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About the Bridgestone Driveguard

Keep Moving — Even When the Unexpected Happens

Best forEveryday commuters and families driving coupes, sedans, CUVs, or minivans who want all-season capability combined with run-flat safety.

The Bridgestone DriveGuard is an all-season touring tire built for coupes, sedans, CUVs, and minivans. Its standout feature is RunFlat Technology, which lets you continue driving up to 50 miles at 50 mph after a complete loss of tire pressure. Paired with year-round traction and a comfortable, quiet ride, it's a practical choice for everyday drivers who want added peace of mind.

The DriveGuard uses an asymmetrical tread pattern with an all-season compound that delivers confident grip on dry and wet roads, as well as light winter conditions. Dense siping and wide circumferential grooves help channel water away and reduce hydroplaning risk. An optimized contact footprint promotes even wear, supporting a tread life warranty of up to 60,000 miles depending on speed rating.

The numbers

Specifications

Size & Dimensions
Brand Bridgestone
Tire Model Driveguard
Part Number BRS001376
Tire Size 245/45RF18
Section Width 245
Aspect Ratio 45
Rim Diameter 18
Overall Diameter 26.70
Overall Width 9.7
Sidewall Black Side Wall
Performance
Speed Rating W
Load Index 96
Max Inflation Pressure 51
Tread Depth 11
Revs/Mile 733
Ratings
UTQG 460AA
Tread Wear 460
Traction A
Temperature A
Mileage Warranty 50K
Category
Tire Type Touring, All Season
Good to know

Questions about this tire

What does 245/45RF18 96W mean?

245 is the tread width in millimeters, 45 means the sidewall is 45% of that width, and R18 is the 18-inch rim it mounts on. 96 is the load index (1,565 lbs per tire), and W is the speed rating (up to 168 mph).

What makes the DriveGuard different from a standard all-season tire?

The DriveGuard incorporates Bridgestone's RunFlat Technology, which reinforces the sidewall so the tire can support the vehicle's weight even after a complete loss of air pressure. This allows you to travel up to 50 miles at up to 50 mph to reach a safe location or service center. Standard all-season tires do not offer this capability.

Can a DriveGuard tire be repaired after a puncture?

No. Like run-flat tires generally, the DriveGuard should not be repaired and put back into service after a puncture. Driving on a deflated tire — even within the 50-mile limit — can cause internal structural damage that is not visible from the outside, making the tire unsafe to reuse. A punctured DriveGuard should be replaced.

Is the DriveGuard a good choice for winter driving?

The DriveGuard handles light winter conditions — packed snow, slush, and cold pavement — reasonably well thanks to its all-season compound and siped tread blocks. However, it is not Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake certified, so it is not intended for severe winter environments. Drivers who regularly face heavy snow or icy roads would be better served by a dedicated winter tire.

What is the tread life warranty on the DriveGuard?

Bridgestone backs the DriveGuard with a 60,000-mile limited tread life warranty for H-, T-, and V-speed-rated sizes, and a 50,000-mile limited warranty for W-rated sizes. Be sure to confirm which warranty applies to the specific size and speed rating you select.

Does the DriveGuard have a directional or asymmetrical tread pattern?

The DriveGuard uses an asymmetrical tread pattern, not a directional one. This means the inner and outer tread zones are different from each other to optimize performance, but the tire does not have a required rotational direction. Proper mounting orientation (inner/outer) should still be followed as marked on the sidewall.

The brand

About Bridgestone

Bridgestone was founded in 1931 in Kurume, Japan, by Shojiro Ishibashi. The company has grown into one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world, with production facilities and research centers across multiple continents.

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If a wheel or tire marked "Direct Fit" or "Aftermarket Fit" for your vehicle arrives and does not fit as expected, we cover both the restocking fee and return shipping. The same applies if the bolt pattern does not match — provided your vehicle information was submitted at checkout.

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When you submit your vehicle information at checkout, the right lug nuts and (if needed) hub-centric rings are automatically added to your cart in the correct sizes — no guessing, no separate ordering.

TPMS sensors are also available in the cart. We program each sensor to your vehicle's exact year, make, model, and submodel before shipping, so they arrive ready to sync with your truck or car the moment they're installed. This typically saves customers the dealer or installer's programming fees, which often run several dozen dollars per wheel.

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Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase on items in new, unused condition. A 25% restocking fee applies to general (change-of-mind) returns, and the buyer covers return shipping.

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