The truth about R888R's is that they're not drag tires. They're R compound track day/circuit tires, lol.
@DevPack4 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen 900hp 720s and and 800hp hellcat lose 0 traction on these on a unprepped drag strip. Solid tire.
@TheAdrenaline853 жыл бұрын
I have them on my 370 Nismo. I love the noise they make when accelerating and decelerating. It sounds like a spaceship to me. Exactly what I want from my machine. Cool freakin noises. Wey expensive however. It’s a DD btw.
@joshb52332 жыл бұрын
I’ve got these on my 370z and they have great grip and I daily them and they hold up for about a year around 15k miles definitely love these tires and I’m 100 percent gonna buy them again
@Jimmy_Cavallo Жыл бұрын
💥 Hey Josh. How are you still liking there tires for everyday use.?
@zacharyparis6 жыл бұрын
circular tires are my favorite.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
round, all around baby
@dominicdarchangelo97444 жыл бұрын
More of a square tire kinda guy myself
@numbahclaud71804 жыл бұрын
Dominic D'Archangelo I’m more of a diamond guy
@Dake-gw6it4 жыл бұрын
Im on the square team
@NOORYOUNIS3 жыл бұрын
I prefer spherical
@michaelstenhjem80866 жыл бұрын
That's the kind of tire review I was hoping for, great job!
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Good to hear, we are planning on doing more!
@Eagle1oh76 жыл бұрын
I’m sure this tire would be great in a city like SD where we see perfect weather almost all year long.
@jeffb57134 жыл бұрын
i went Nitto NTO5 315/35 on widebody Redeye , i will say Huge diff over the stockers.
@biopqq8366 жыл бұрын
Hidden gem... Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
OOOFFF yeassss
@St0RM336 жыл бұрын
Yokohama Advan Neova AD08R ;) RE-71R's are just a copy
@bucketfootbaseball6 жыл бұрын
Huh? Where do you get that idea. Other than being extreme performance summer tires these two aren't even close!
@bucketfootbaseball6 жыл бұрын
You guys definitely need to review these!
@numinous47896 жыл бұрын
Sport Cup 2s all day. Dunlop Direzza Star Spec 2s are a notable mention, as well.
@lappydog90203 жыл бұрын
I have a set of these on my 2016 z06 .great tire grips like crazy. Road noise is is wicked
@zachwilson70613 жыл бұрын
What kinda wear did you get out of them? Looking at getting some for my 17 zl1
@lappydog90203 жыл бұрын
@@zachwilson7061 i still have them on they look good so far. I have 4100miles on them with not much ware. Afew burnouts and not track time
@zachwilson70613 жыл бұрын
What are you expecting to get out of them like 10-12k miles? That's what I was guessing in my head from reviews
@lappydog90203 жыл бұрын
@@zachwilson7061 ya i would say so, 10 to 12k. Like i said i do not track my car just a litte aggressive driving cornering and some redlite hole shots
@zachwilson70613 жыл бұрын
@@lappydog9020 yea same for me
@VVH19975 жыл бұрын
could you do the federal 595RSR? these tire seem to be best bang for buck! thanks guys
@jedediahsmart5694 жыл бұрын
Federal makes killer bang for the buck tires. I ran the 595ss on my S4 and had podium Finishes in the unlimited street tire class against 20+ cars. They also last forever
@1769884 жыл бұрын
Could you do a follow up video on after a year and change; how they wore, broke in, did they get louder, ect ect?
@CheesusSVT2 жыл бұрын
Will be picking up a pair of these for my 03 Terminator Mustang... Can't wait. 😁
@YeffRamos6 жыл бұрын
PS... I daily these badboys LOL
@section.36654 жыл бұрын
Me too 😂 on the german City streets 👌
@Doenercorvette4 жыл бұрын
Kevin Tjaden ich auch auf meinem Tracktool😂
@section.36654 жыл бұрын
@@Doenercorvette ich fahrs aufm Daily wohne ganz im Norden und hier gibts keine offiziellen Rennstrecken also wird es auf der Landstraße ausgetragen😅
@Hussain140004 жыл бұрын
Are they drivable in the rain?
@MAGZIVE4 жыл бұрын
The absolute madman
@dcarden30316 жыл бұрын
Bulky side wall is for racing and tires turning over during cornering
@robl75326 ай бұрын
Seems intuitive.
@thehopelessmechanic63706 жыл бұрын
I have them on my rx7 fd and it handles the power easily and I’ve yet to break them free going into a corner while letting off
@Turborulla6 жыл бұрын
Benjamin Paquin me too😊
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear!
@bobosparacord52222 жыл бұрын
My brother has an FD RX7, but if I’m correct he’s running some Michelin pilot super sports. Have you ran those before?
@DylPhoenix6 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful Porsche.
@xXThorsMjolnirXx6 жыл бұрын
this was a really cool video concept do you think you guys will do more of these videos with other tires? I'd like to see your guys opinion on other tires like FALKEN AZENIS RT615K+ and FIRESTONE FIREHAWK INDY 500
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
For sure! People seem to love these so expect more!
@the_track_enthusiast5 жыл бұрын
I can hear the whirl in the video. They sound like a mud tire
@Hussain140004 жыл бұрын
Are they drivable in the rain?
@Jimmy_Cavallo3 жыл бұрын
💥💥 I have a 1970-1/2 Camaro RS 444 rwhp 463 rw tq big block. The suspension is full on autocross with fiberglass front and rear mono leaf springs. My tires are BF Goodrich g-Force KD 🔷 -Front 275/40ZR/17 98Y 9.5” rim -Rear 315/35ZR/17 102Y 11.5” rim. They are about 13 years old and need to be freshened up. I have a Tremec TKO 5 speed and I completely roast 1st gear, spin all through 2nd and a little at the beginning of 3rd. I have CalTracs traction control bars in the rear and I’m hoping that these tires will improve my launch on the street. 🇺🇸💪🏼
@VS6666 жыл бұрын
wait i just saw that huge subwoofer in the back what the hell is that thing lol
@randomtvninja6 жыл бұрын
Varg Sutton a huge subwoofer in the back.
@omursaraslan63166 жыл бұрын
Varg Sutton *facepalm*
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Alex likes to bump, anything from Boys in the Hood to Diplo
@randomtvninja6 жыл бұрын
Fitment Industries but does he bump Keith ape?
@mr1989junior3 жыл бұрын
I am looking for some sticky tires for my 2010 G37 sedan vortech supercharger with 630whp what is the best tires. My car can only hold 275/35/19 anything bigger it hit the fender
@Grb26rb6 жыл бұрын
Please compare these to the CUP 2S
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Good idea! We'll look into it!
@Kong6.24 жыл бұрын
This are gonna be my tires on my turbo single cab
@Tain9504 жыл бұрын
I’ll be running about 650whp and need a tire that will stick. For anyone that knows about tire please help. Is this the best tire for traction with big power.
@hmongamericanlife34456 жыл бұрын
I think with the way I drive, they won't last a month. 😂
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Speed Demon over here!
@hmongamericanlife34456 жыл бұрын
Fitment Industries more like road rage demon. Hahahaha
@static_Tricolor_camry6 жыл бұрын
Same here I tend to drive fast and aggressive but at the same time I know when to back off people's ass especially if traffic is medium to heavy
@hmongamericanlife34456 жыл бұрын
Gravecb7 Accord if it's medium heavy traffic, I will swerve in and out weaving and making sure all slow pokes move aside. Hahahaha. Jk jk.
@slurm75526 жыл бұрын
What wheel is that in the thumbnail? That bronze looks so good.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
RSV Forged Wheels, not sure what model though!
@Killertom5006 жыл бұрын
Do a wheel talk specifically on wheel colors maybe as an idea? Like pros and cons of runnig white, silver vs black, bronze, blue etc..
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@maxxas50676 жыл бұрын
I was literally just googling these as an option. You guys are good. Ok I finished the video, I would like to have something I can daily on but yet go and have fun with. I was gonna go offset. Any suggestions?
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
These tires are definitely a good option! Alex does exactly that, drives it around but does get free spirited here and there. You can see the other tires we have reviewed to get a better idea! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6aUnIito9qVrq8
@mr.cangieter87586 жыл бұрын
You guys should do a video on tire weights.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We'll add it to our docket!
@Motleymick5 жыл бұрын
So which tire is best for my 2014 Viper.... Toyo R888r or Pirelli P Zero Corsa? And then why? Thanks!
@FitmentIndustries5 жыл бұрын
Hello, Let us help you with this question, Shoot us an email at wheels@fitmentindustries.com and we can help you out!
@JohanGavieres6 жыл бұрын
And I’m from Stockton Ca 🙋🏻♂️
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Howdy! 🤠
@HPAddict6 жыл бұрын
I am after a tire that can hook up good even when cold with 500lbft tq. RWD. I currently have Yokohama AD08R and they are really good, but if the road surface is not new and grippy, then they don't do a good job. My LSD is being built currently. What tire would you recommend?
@xSCHWALAYx3 жыл бұрын
I daily mine but Jesus christ in a moderate rain talk about white knuckle 🤣. As for road noise there was a ton but i loved it 🤷🏻♂️
@dnshift15 жыл бұрын
What do you think of the R888 cruising in the rain? Is it ok to drive because I might get caught in it while driving home from my trip weather forecast are unpredictable. Thanks
@FitmentIndustries5 жыл бұрын
I mean if you have to take on the weather then I would just advise driving safe, avoiding water pile up on spots on the road to prevent hydroplaning!
@dnshift15 жыл бұрын
@@FitmentIndustries thank you!
@dnshift15 жыл бұрын
@@FitmentIndustries just an update driving my R35 in the storm from Bowie, MD to Ocean City held up pretty good cruising at 70mph. I mean it drives like a normal car. It changed my confidence level for the better having the r888r tires on my GT-R weather if it is rain or shine the tire works well on the road. Thank you
@just_a5.74 жыл бұрын
dnshift1 wonder how it would do In a boosted 5.0
@Kevin.OBrien442 жыл бұрын
@@dnshift1 lol this is exactly where I live
@florimshala14 жыл бұрын
I just got them on my foxbody. Im dying see what they do
@stutank073 жыл бұрын
I put them on one my fox bodies and nearly jumped a curb by over correcting. They are definitely a great handling tire and super sticky! Hooked better than Nitto D/R’s
@florimshala13 жыл бұрын
@@stutank07 i just don’t like the road noise on them
@stutank073 жыл бұрын
@@florimshala1 get a louder exhaust or turn up the tunes lol. There’s always that trade off, but these Fox bodies have never been accused of being a quiet car lol
@pewpew-_-21575 жыл бұрын
I daily a vw tdi jetta sport wagen should i get these
@vic_gst75794 жыл бұрын
I neeeeeed some of these !!
@gamercoolapple16 жыл бұрын
I will buy another prius and try them on it it was good handling in canyon tbh a bit more than my cts when was stock
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
wow!!
@jamestan11085 жыл бұрын
How would it compete with AD08r?
@amduser864 жыл бұрын
the ad08r is more road focused. better in the wet and not so good in the dry.
@just_a5.74 жыл бұрын
Wats the best one for the street if you have let's say a twin turbo 5.0
@VS6666 жыл бұрын
have you had NT05 Nitto's? i feel like they are useless unless they are warmed up haha. do these need to be warmed up?
@Andychengg6 жыл бұрын
Varg Sutton apparently nt01s are much better
@Duffmanb66 жыл бұрын
I run em on my Mach1, great tire, one quick burnout and they grip. I daily it too so theyre not to bad at all especially for the price.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We'll definitely take a look!
@TheTmshuman6 жыл бұрын
I use 345 NT05R on my supercharged C6Z. They last two seasons or so at the strip and are very cheap. I was getting 1.5-1.6 60’ with too much positive camber, so it could do better.
@zacharyparis6 жыл бұрын
the NTO5 is a great daily + track tire for the money. NT01 is pretty much track only. both Nitto and Hankook offer very good value vs performance. Hankook RS4 is also a great one. are any of these tires good in the rain? hell no. will any of them have good tread life? that's a big hell no.
@jonaruiz24144 жыл бұрын
just got some 305 square set up. cant wait to try them on.
@DuckyRC5 жыл бұрын
you said theyre expensive but worth it and then you said you dont think theyre worth the money.. im confused
@DuckyRC5 жыл бұрын
@3:50 and @4:47
@amirmcgruder49675 жыл бұрын
What about if you live in Vegas where it’s 100+ degrees 8 months out the year
@ratiomaciasjr70136 жыл бұрын
Can you do one on the Falken Azenis RT615K+?
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We'll look into it!
@ratiomaciasjr70136 жыл бұрын
Fitment Industries thanks!!!!!!
@juanitovalentin6 жыл бұрын
You should do a review on the potenza re-71r
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We'll add it to our docket!
@biopqq8366 жыл бұрын
TIRERACK.COM hails the re-71r
@Bitcloud686 жыл бұрын
will toyo r888r 305/30/19 or 295/30/19 fit a 19x11 or a 19x11.5 wheel?
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't see why not!
@mikhialbobb52746 жыл бұрын
What wheel or those on the tumbnail
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
RSV Forged Wheels, not sure on model!
@mohdbudiman48204 жыл бұрын
I used 195/50/15 and i can heard noisy from the tire. U have any idea about the noise?
@bradleymorris88754 жыл бұрын
If you are worried about the noise , you are not going fast enough. These tires do make some sound at cruising speed but that’s all part of the experience. I can no lift shift through the twisties and not upset the car. I am going to start hoarding these now.
@JoseGonzalez-se3ky3 жыл бұрын
This or Cup 2?
@KillerPojo123 жыл бұрын
my mechanic is saying these are too soft and ill tear em up in one season ? EJ8 with b18 type r swap. thoughts? he suggest ed the neo gen from Nitto. but i fucking love the look of these. :/ me dunno dude.
@rpmotorsport_pl4 жыл бұрын
Great review!
@SinisterVisuals6 жыл бұрын
You guys should make a video on the different ways to change your WHEEL COLOR🔥
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Good idea!
@DamianosJDM6 жыл бұрын
RSR and/or RSRR next please?
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We'll look into it!
@Jimmy_Cavallo3 жыл бұрын
💥💥 Hey, I’m back and scratch my previous comment below. I’ve called around for my tire size and these R888R tires are the only brand in the world that fit my rear rim size. 315/35/17. I called Tire Rack and they said that they won’t sell them to me if I’m using them on the road since they are intended for autocross. I’m confused because you are reviewing these as road tires and I’m hoping for sone feedback on that. Thanks. So frustrated and confused… 🤟🏼
@RidinDirtyRollinBurnouts2 жыл бұрын
Just ask a shop to order them for you. Most tire shops will put whatever you want on your car if it fits. And their wholesellers don't restrict tire purchases whatsoever. I work at a shop and my coworkers have gotten everything from r888rs to drag slicks without question.
@Jimmy_Cavallo Жыл бұрын
@@RidinDirtyRollinBurnouts Thanks for the reply
@sixstrz83104 жыл бұрын
I’m telling you Dunlop direzza ziii best bang for your buck and top 10 200t tire
@Wonginism6 жыл бұрын
I want to know the best wet weather tire but also have some concern about road noise.
@Wonginism6 жыл бұрын
theoretically the EU tire certification info would allow it to be found.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We will look into it! Otherwise ask shop@fitmentidustries.com
@franciscocruz67264 жыл бұрын
What's the max speed for these tires? I heard it was 149 which isn't that fast when you think of the cars this tire is going to be slapped on.
@cg7life3574 жыл бұрын
My Corolla only does 110 so I think any tires would b better than mines
@franciscocruz67264 жыл бұрын
@@cg7life357 I sure hope they do more than 110 cause I hit 130-140 in my Evo 9 regularly and I'm on Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 255/40R17 and the R888r are better tires.
@cg7life3574 жыл бұрын
@@franciscocruz6726 I'm on 4 different tires .I feel dangerous with the crappy tires I have.i wish I had better tires so I can keep up.mind u im a 4 cyl motor
@brobocops3 жыл бұрын
Is that a Boxster? Cool car.
@TheAndrewlolz6 жыл бұрын
How bout a review of Advan Neova?
@mushy181003 жыл бұрын
That’s the tire that I’ve been using on track, daily and canyon driving. They do last long and great for wet roads which they’ve known for
@TreyHerrera6 жыл бұрын
Do a review on Achilles tires
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Will do!
@mattsmith91366 жыл бұрын
Accelera
@aaronwhitmore6436 жыл бұрын
I want a vid on the pirelli pzero trefeo r!!!!
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Only if you say please! 😁
@aaronwhitmore6436 жыл бұрын
Please!!!
@biffclaven37982 жыл бұрын
Haven’t found a tire that compared to these Let me know if you do.
@coconut_blond22966 жыл бұрын
Honest truth federal rsrr?
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Oooffff good idea!
@kojack6356 жыл бұрын
Yes I like these for the price. A bit noisy though
@MashiroMartinez5 жыл бұрын
Fitment Industries overhyped?
@FrenchValleyAirport6 жыл бұрын
You just stated the obvious in the video. All R compounds have wider sidewalls than normal tires.
@HumblyDriven6 жыл бұрын
Oh, Alex how I love ye!
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
🤪
@c5vette9434 жыл бұрын
Are the nitto nt555r even comparable to these tires?
@4door_papi4 жыл бұрын
R888r is a road course tire nt555r is a drag radial
@CorvetteTrev4 жыл бұрын
The original 888 is a better wet tire. R888R is a better dry tire
@oksblue6 жыл бұрын
These tires have barely any road noise
@harley87285 жыл бұрын
Not on my car, lol
@gillotine1beatsrhymeslife7175 жыл бұрын
Thanks ... going to get them 😎
@Meep4696 жыл бұрын
I’ll tell you how’s the tire , it’s a tire it does its job good
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Circular, all around, just how we like them.
@toyoda_tony6 жыл бұрын
Toyo R1R
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Added to the Docket!
@Mrdyrwtk6 жыл бұрын
driven for 200 miles and it's all good. let's see how it drives after 5k. yes I know he will be sponsored with another set of another company's awesome tires, what a joke
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
No sponsorships here!
@chriscarbaugh39366 жыл бұрын
Cool, was thinking of these for my boosted, modded 930.
@harrisonkay5754 жыл бұрын
I do some track days, when my car isn’t on a track might do occasional Sunday cruise. BMW M2 comp... never daily driven or driven in wet. Tossing up between these or Michelin sport cup 2.... anybody have any recommendations
@dcarden30316 жыл бұрын
Tread wear rating if it's low the tire will grip more and not last long
@rookietoprobuildz6 жыл бұрын
Was considering the Toyo Proxes, but ended up going with the FireHawk Indy 500 tires. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH6mgKqgmr5_qa8
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Also a great tire to use! Just wanted to give our .02
@the_algorithm6 жыл бұрын
That Drone. Get a resonator.. yikes. :) I'll "stick" with my MPSS
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Rear sitting engines will definitely get you some drone, especially with the right exhaust
@jedediahsmart5694 жыл бұрын
I have these and the MPSS on a different set of rims. The R888r is a way stickier tire, that holds power better and corners better in more aggressive situations than the PSS. Nobody should buy these R888r for daily driving, that’s not what they are built for, they are built to handle high HP applications on the weekends.
@the_batmobile0.43 жыл бұрын
Helloo tires road noises
@LeeC_8086 жыл бұрын
I’d imagine they don’t sound as good after they really start to wear.
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We're not sure yet!
@LeeC_8086 жыл бұрын
Fitment Industries keep us posted! You should do like a 90 day review. R888R are sexy but MP4S for me though. The R888R looks super scary in the rain. Maybe I’ll try them as my next set anyway. There is nothing better than a sexy new aggressive tire.
@seewhaatisee6 жыл бұрын
I'm uhhhhhhhhhhh randy from San antonio tx.
@ismaelflores78566 жыл бұрын
seewhaatisee im from SA too
@seewhaatisee6 жыл бұрын
Ismael Flores ayy bad ass , car meet tonight!
@ismaelflores78566 жыл бұрын
seewhaatisee yo where?
@seewhaatisee6 жыл бұрын
Ismael Flores theres one going in New braunfels
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Howdy! 🤠
@Sensekhmet6 жыл бұрын
Sorry guys, but the deeper you get into technical stuff, the less sense you make... And a semi-slick review after only 150 miles of putting around in traffic? Come on...
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Like Alex said, he wasn't reviewing for the extremely hard drivers at all times. Just more of a regular driving tire that you can still get free spirited.
@Sensekhmet6 жыл бұрын
I am 100% OK with that - but a semi-slick tire seems to me like a massive overkill for such purpose.
@TheCalvinnnnn3 жыл бұрын
People can’t expect a tyre to perform the best in both categories it’ll just never happen
@TheCalvinnnnn3 жыл бұрын
Expecting a tyre to dissipate water but also have maximum contact with the road 😂
@TheCalvinnnnn3 жыл бұрын
Where is the water meant to go? Unless of course they make a perforated tyre in the future?! But then how would the tyre remain inflated🤷🏽♂️
@john-martin4 жыл бұрын
R888rs are ricer boi, a real tire would be the Michelin Sport Cup 2s
@danielchampion29826 жыл бұрын
How this 15yr old own a Porsche
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
16****
@hitlersmissingtesticle696 жыл бұрын
What are the rims in the thumbnail?
@Ryousure6 жыл бұрын
Re71r!! A better Tire. Top autocross guys run it
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
We could see that! Some people the R888R's work!
@smilypega43Күн бұрын
Could you daily these tires?
@florimshala13 жыл бұрын
I feel like they are sticking to the ground so much that i can hear sand picking up on the tires
@dcarden30316 жыл бұрын
If you want a heat heat tract tire that last year n your daily get BFGoodrich g force tires they look good and they work
@YeffRamos6 жыл бұрын
you have no road noise because they don't stick out lol... mine stick out an inch out the fender #mexiflush and they are HELLA LOUD! i still love them tho!
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
What’s up man! Let’s see this whip of yours it sounds wild 🤟😂 bit.ly/2Ma4oca
@YeffRamos6 жыл бұрын
@FitmentIndustries6 жыл бұрын
Thank you again! 🤟 And we will add that to our list!!