Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 225/45R18
Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 225/45R18 XL 95W Extreme Performance Summer Tire 110111931
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The Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 225/45R18 is a summer extreme performance tire designed for sports cars and performance sedans. It delivers exceptional dry grip and responsive handling with adequate wet traction thanks to its race-derived compound and asymmetric tread design. Ride comfort is firm and road noise is noticeable, as expected from a track-focused tire prioritizing performance over refinement. Tread life is below average for daily driving due to the soft compound optimized for maximum grip. Rated Good by TireRack based on 68 consumer surveys, it excels on track days and spirited driving but is not winter-rated and wears quickly under normal commuting conditions. Currently priced from $307.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 225/45R18 is an extreme performance summer tire, designed for sports car and performance vehicle drivers who prioritize track-level dry grip and race-inspired handling characteristics. Its asymmetric tread pattern features large outboard tread blocks for enhanced cornering grip and a strong center rib for responsive steering transitions between straight-line acceleration and high-speed cornering.
The tire incorporates motorsports-derived compound technology and construction methods developed from Yokohama's circuit racing experience. The asymmetric design optimizes different sections of the tread for specific performance functions, with the outboard shoulder handling cornering forces and the inboard section managing water evacuation through curved circumferential grooves. Driver evaluations indicate exceptional dry performance with excellent grip and handling precision, while wet weather capability remains solid for an extreme performance tire, though comfort levels reflect the track-focused nature of the compound and construction.
Compared to standard performance summer tires, it prioritizes maximum dry grip and track capability over daily driving comfort and tread longevity. Overall, it's a solid choice for sports cars and performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving, track days, and situations where dry weather grip takes priority over all-season versatility.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 225/45R18 ☀️ Summer performance | $307.99 | ⭐ Good (68 reviews) | Track day enthusiasts seeking street-legal performance tires | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $124.76 | ⭐ Good (11 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $172.16 | ⭐ Good (451 reviews) | Winter commuting in snow-prone regions | ❄️ Winter |
☀️ Summer performance | $176.29 | ⭐ N/A | Performance sedans and sports cars | ☀️ Summer |
☀️ Summer performance | $199.03 | ⭐ N/A | Performance car daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Particularly effective for track day enthusiasts who need street-legal tires with exceptional dry grip and precise handling. Expect reduced tread life and limited wet weather performance compared to daily driving tires."
