Tire Brands

[Landon]

Looking to get new tires but there are so many tire brands out there. Below are some tire brands I might consider but don't if they are any good:

- Hankook
- Pirelli
- Michelin
- Gladiator
- Lexani
- Kenda Vezda
- Atturo
- Fortune Viento
- Lionhart
- Continental
- Kumho Ecsta
- Gripmax
- Bridgstone
- Petlas
- Nitto
- Toyo Proxes
- Yokohama

 

[thesilverbullet]

Finally burned the tires off her? lol.

There is really only one answer - Michelin pss or psc2. pss better for street, psc2 better for track / show.

FYI - ps4 are for groceries getters.

 

[5amp5on]

Continentals are my fav brand but when these Potenza's wear out I may replace with a new set of the same, I've learned to control the fishtail very nicely and it's fun. Too grippy and I might run off the road.

 

[RobotAZ]

Just don’t be a suicidal cheapskate and buy Chinese tires. Value your life. Or buy Chinese tires. I consider it reckless, selfish, and possibly criminal to have passengers in a car unknowingly riding around with Chinese tires.

Lionhart? Jesus help us.

 

[bpeckham]

I'm a fan of Michelin, but I'm considering Continental for my next set, just to try something different.

What you pick may depend on your climate and whether you want to stay with OEM size or not. With Michelin, I couldn't find the PSS in OEM size for the Z, and so I went with PS4S, which I'm really happy with. The PS4S make getting groceries fun!

I've had both PSS and PS4S on my G37. You'd probably be happy with either in good weather. I've heard a lot of folks say PS4S are good in rain, but it hasn't really rained since I got them. I'll find out this winter.

 

[77AkumaNoZetto]

I have been running Michelin PSAS4 on my 17 WRX STi, I replaced the god awful Dunlop SportMax RT from factory. So when the S007's are gone I think Imma run the same PSAS4 on my Z, they've treated me really well here in Texas!!!

 

[trackratZ]

Check out Tirerack.com they do nice comparisons. Grassrootsmotorsports.com is another good source. Good feedbacks already above, it depends on your type of driving and where you live.

 

[HodgeBundle]

I recommend Nankang CRS if you track the car; way better traction than PS4S

 

[Hernandooo]

Yokohoma Advans AD09s, grippy assssss f*, only when they're warm

 

[RadzShadow]

I decided on ...
Continental Control Contact Sport SRS+
Having them installed tomorrow because I really hate the feel and drive of the 007s.
I live in the middle of nowhere and we hit 100 degrees today.
The Potenza's offer zero security or grip in weather. I can slide the car at 25 mph.

 

[RadzShadow]

Just don’t be a suicidal cheapskate and buy Chinese tires. Value your life. Or buy Chinese tires. I consider it reckless, selfish, and possibly criminal to have passengers in a car unknowingly riding around with Chinese tires.

Lionhart? Jesus help us.

I try not to have any passengers ... this is why I bought a two seater sports car. I scare the hell out of the wife. My daughter loves it (we love roller coasters). I love just letting it eat ... anytime I see an open road. After 21 years driving a 2003 Dodge Neon to work ... love this car. The attention from having it, not so much. Someone will know and *bitch* about me passing them at 100+ ... I'll do it everyday

 

[Drago86]

Yokohama Advan AD09's. Japanese tires belong on a japanese sportscar.

Also much like the Z, even though they've been around longer than the competition and no longer best it in every category they are still phenominal and an icon.

 

[50thZ]

What is the optimal tire pressure on the Sport Yokohama tires? Thanks

 

[ZillaZ]

Always been a Michelin guy myself.

I drive my sports cars year round even in cold weather (as long as the roads are dry). I do not track so any all-season Michelin's are what I go for.

When these Potenza's burn out I am leaning towards Michelin PS A/S 4

 

[MacDuff]

I did a fair bit of research including the latest Tirerack comparison and Tyrereviews.com testing.
I'm a self professed tire junkie...
The OEM tires are just plain junk. The decision for me came down to the Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.

I've had the Conti's on several cars and really like them, but for my specific use purpose, the Goodyears seemed to be a slightly better match based on the reviews/testing. This particular tire is made in Germany but fairly new to the USA. Despite the German origin, the price was competitive. While Michelin is always solid, according to several tests, a couple of their new competitors are offering better performance at a lower price. That being said you can never go wrong with Michelin. If not best in class, they are always solid.

Oddly enough, a lot of the testers liked the new Kuhmo's, but I just couldn't bring myself to buy them. I even struggled with Goodyear as I've always been a Conti/Michelin guy.

The Goodyears are fantastic so far and a huge improvement in every aspect including road noise.
Definitely happy with the choice!