Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19 XL 93W Ultra High Performance Summer Tire 012581
💡 Is the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19 a Good Tire?
The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19 is a summer ultra high performance tire designed for sports cars and performance sedans. It delivers strong dry grip and precise handling with adequate wet traction thanks to its high-silica compound and wide circumferential grooves. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise, prioritizing performance feedback over refinement. Tread life is moderate for its category, typical of summer performance compounds that emphasize grip over longevity. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 295 consumer surveys, it excels in warm weather driving but is not winter-rated for cold conditions. Currently priced from $216.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19 is a summer tire designed for sports car, sporty coupe, and performance sedan drivers who prioritize dynamic handling and wet-weather confidence in spirited driving. Its tread design and compound focus on maximizing grip through racing-inspired technology and enhanced water evacuation capabilities.
The tire features a silica-enhanced Long Link Carbon tread compound molded into an asymmetric pattern with large independent shoulder blocks for improved cornering stability. The center groove incorporates Firestone's proprietary Pulse Groove Technology alongside two additional circumferential grooves to enhance water evacuation and reduce wet stopping distances. Driver feedback points to exceptional dry performance with strong wet traction, delivering good comfort levels while maintaining the responsive characteristics expected from an ultra-high-performance summer tire.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and handling precision over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for enthusiastic driving in dry and wet conditions during warmer months.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/40R19 🏁 Ultra high performance | $216.99 | ⭐ Excellent (295 reviews) | Sports car enthusiasts seeking maximum dry performance | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $180.62 | ⭐ Good (124 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $198.64 | ⭐ Excellent (45 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $201.07 | ⭐ Good (70 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $226.4 | ⭐ N/A (4 reviews) | Sports car enthusiasts seeking maximum dry and wet performance | ☀️ Summer |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Worth considering if you prioritize razor-sharp handling and dry grip for spirited driving. Wet weather traction and tread life take a backseat to pure performance focus."
