Do ad08r run wide?

They run wide and have a flatter sidewall if i recall. mangaspawn has some 255/40/17 on some 10″ wheels he might throw a pic of if he is feeling generous, which will give you an idea. However 255/35/18 could be completely different shape sidewall height aside, hard to say.

Is R888R road legal?

The R888R is not simply an evolution of the existing model, it has been completely re-engineered to give improvements in all areas over the R888. These improvements mean it performs even better on track and surpasses the latest tyre labelling regulations so it is totally legal to use as a road tyre.

Do larger rims affect gas mileage?

For any given speed, wheels with wider widths and larger diameters will increase momentum. This means more torque will be needed and hence more fuel will be consumed by the engine. Unless the larger diameter wheels are of a lightweight design, upsizing will affect fuel economy adversely.

Is ad08r a semi slick?

The dry grip of these tyres has been very good and even the wet grip has been surprisingly good, again, given that it’s a semi slick tyre.

What is a good treadwear number?

Tires with treadwear ratings of 350 or less tend to have some performance pretentions, but for serious drivers and competitive racers, the only tires they will ever consider have treadwear ratings of 200 or less.

How are Toyo R888 in the rain?

They are fine in rain- even the old r888s on my crazy RWD supra they are fine. Just don’t drive like a moron and avoid standing water. This is absolutely correct. I had to keep it under 50 mph once, but was caught in a massive downpour.

Are Toyo R888R street legal in Australia?

Ideal for road racing, track days and high performance driving schools, the Proxes R888 is the next-generation, street legal competition tyre from Toyo Tires.

Do wider tires hydroplane easier?

A: Hydroplaning is a function of tire footprint, all other things being equal, a tire with a wider footprint will tend to hydroplane more. If the low-profile tire is wider, it will indeed hydroplane more easily.

What is the advantage of bigger rims?

Wider car wheels, in the most basic sense, result in more road contact, wider thread, and stiffer sidewalls, all of these characteristics and more will contribute to your vehicle cornering better. Bigger wheels open your car up to better design choices along with a better assortment of tires.

What is semi slick TYRE?

Semi slick tires generally refer to tires that have a design that somewhat replicates the slick racing tires that dominate on race tracks. The slick smooth tire tread and construction is thought to prioritise grip over the tread patterns typically found on tires.