Comparison: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 vs. Headway HW505 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Headway). Generally, Bridgestone winter tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Headway (0%). But when it comes to comparing Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 and Headway HW505, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001 was done in 2015, compared to 2017 when was the Headway HW505 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2017 225/50 R17 test, where both the Blizzak LM-001 and the HW505 were tested. We also know where Blizzak LM-001 is made - Poland.