Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 325/30R19
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 325/30R19 101W Ultra High Performance Summer Tire 002924
💡 Is the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 325/30R19 a Good Tire?
The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 325/30R19 is a summer ultra high performance tire designed for high-performance sports cars and performance sedans. It delivers strong dry grip and responsive wet traction thanks to its high-silica compound and pulse grooves for water evacuation. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise due to the low-profile sidewall and performance-oriented tread design. Tread life is moderate for its category, prioritizing maximum grip over longevity. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 294 consumer surveys, it excels in warm weather performance driving but is not winter-rated and may feel harsh in daily commuting. Currently priced from $383.74, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 325/30R19 is a summer performance tire, designed for sports car and performance sedan drivers who prioritize maximum dry handling and strong wet weather capability in spirited driving. Its tread design and compound focus on aggressive cornering performance through large shoulder blocks and enhanced water evacuation technology.
The tire features a silica-enhanced Long Link Carbon tread compound molded into an asymmetric pattern with independent shoulder blocks for improved cornering grip. Proprietary Pulse Groove Technology in the center circumferential groove works alongside two additional grooves to enhance water evacuation and reduce wet stopping distances. Driver feedback points to exceptional dry performance and reliable wet traction, with good comfort levels and solid treadwear for an ultra-high performance summer tire.
Compared to touring-focused tires, it emphasizes maximum grip and handling precision over ride comfort and longevity. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for enthusiastic driving in warm weather conditions.
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"Engineered for maximum dry grip performance, this ultra-high summer tire excels for sports car enthusiasts and track day drivers. The specialized compound and aggressive tread limit wet weather traction and wear quickly under daily use."
