Are Toyo R888R good on a track?

Remarkably useful in the wet and even down to quite low temperatures, and works very well on a track as long as you limit your sessions to say 6-8 laps. After this again the transition into slightly less predictable begins and the car just becomes very slidey! The R888R was somewhere in between the two extremes.

How long does R888R last?

6000-8000 miles realistically. Good for driving to the track and back and very limited weekend trips or very short commutes. No race tire is going to be very good in wet unless it’s designed for wet (super soft rubber).

Are R888R tires street legal?

Toyo Tires’ successor to the Proxes R888, the Proxes R888R, aims to improve grip and responsiveness for the hardcore enthusiasts and racers that require a street-legal, DOT tire.

Are R888 good for drag racing?

The R888 is a great tire for roll racing and the like, but it wont hook like a drag radial from a dead stop. It has stiff sidewalls meant for turning and gripping.

Are R888 good in 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.

What is the difference between R888 and R888R?

The magic in the R888R is that you get the same awesome grip (could be even better) as the old R888 (non-R) but the R also retains the razor like handling by having a stiffer sidewall then the old R888. As I mentioned in my R888 review, the R888 tires are soft, much softer than the cups or whatever came with my car.

Where are Toyo R888R made?

Georgia
About Toyo Tires® Many of the tires are built in the United States at their state-of-the-art factory in White, Georgia.

Are Toyo tires street legal?

IT IS ILLEGAL TO USE THESE TIRES ON PUBLIC ROADS.

Are Toyo Proxes good for drag racing?

1. Toyo Proxes R1-R. Toyo Proxes R1-R is an excellent tire for drag racing.

Are R888 good?

But don’t let that fool you, the R888 is a great option for street cars looking to get as much grip as possible without sacrificing complete performance. The superb handling and unidirectional V shaped tread design offer better performance and an unbeatable traction, even on wet roads.

Can you drive r888r in the rain?

Are R888R good for cornering?

Yeah the two tires you mentioned 555R2 and R888R, the 555R2 is a drag radial and won’t be safe cornering hard. The R888R is a track tire and isn’t a bad choice, but won’t grip as well as a dedicated drag radial.

What speed rating is Toyo R888R?

Toyo R888R comes with a speed rating of W (270 km/h), no tread life warranty and a limited uniformity and workmanship & materials warranty.

Are Toyo tires good for racing?

It’s the choice that defines how you live your life. Whether you’re driving on the street, racing at the track, or taking it off-road, Toyo Tires give your vehicle the performance to handle any terrain that comes your way.

Why are racing tires smooth?

Race cars use tires without tread because smooth tires provide better traction in dry conditions. If the ground is wet, however, drivers will suddenly find themselves needing the grooved tread that siphons water away from the tires.

What is the stickiest street tire?

So which are the best sticky street tires? Per our tests, the Yokohama Advan and the Falken Azenis are the best. You’ll also like the Pirelli P Zero for max performance tires, which is a slightly different kind of tire.

Are Toyo tires good for rain?

The Toyo Proxes 4 is great in the rain. Dollar-for-dollar, I doubt you could do better overall. The Goodyear Eagle ResponsEdge isn’t really a performance tire. It’ll be fine in the rain and will probably last longer than the Proxes 4, but the performance won’t be as good.