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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Toyo Proxes R888 vs Toyo Proxes RA1 — Compared (May 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Toyo Proxes R888 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
Owner ratings
Dry
93
Wet
50
Snow
–
Comfort
60
Noise
52
Treadwear
68
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Toyo

Toyo Proxes RA1

Summer Trackday and Competition tires

Toyo Proxes RA1 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
10 owner reviews
Dry
97
Wet
73
Snow
60
Comfort
85
Noise
91
Treadwear
82
Handling
73

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes RA1 — better noise, comfort and wet. Pick the Toyo Proxes R888 if handling matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

7 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Proxes RA1 leads by 4
A — Toyo Proxes R888
93
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
97
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
Tire Rack owners – 92
Tyre Reviews owners – 97
SimpleTire owners – 97

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Proxes RA1 leads by 23
A — Toyo Proxes R888
50
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
73
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
Tire Rack owners – 72
Tyre Reviews owners – 73
SimpleTire owners – 73

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Toyo Proxes R888
–
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
60
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
SimpleTire owners – 60

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Proxes RA1 leads by 25
A — Toyo Proxes R888
60
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
85
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
Tire Rack owners – 78
Tyre Reviews owners – 67
SimpleTire owners – 94

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Proxes RA1 leads by 39
A — Toyo Proxes R888
52
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
91
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
SimpleTire owners – 91

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Proxes RA1 leads by 14
A — Toyo Proxes R888
68
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
82
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
Tire Rack owners – 88
Tyre Reviews owners – 93
SimpleTire owners – 77

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Proxes R888 leads by 20
A — Toyo Proxes R888
93
B — Toyo Proxes RA1
73
Why this score
SourceProxes R888Proxes RA1
Tyre Reviews owners – 73

Scores at a glance

Toyo Proxes R888 vs Toyo Proxes RA1: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryToyo Proxes R888Toyo Proxes RA1
Relative Score 67 82
Dry 93 97
Wet 50 73
Snow – 60
Comfort 60 85
Noise 52 91
Treadwear 68 82
Handling 93 73

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Headline score

Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Toyo Proxes R888

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Toyo Proxes RA1

The Toyo Proxes RA1 is widely regarded as a premier R-compound tire that balances exceptional track-day grip with surprising longevity. Users consistently praise its predictable handling characteristics and ability to maintain performance throughout the life of the tread, making it a favorite for both competitive racing and spirited street driving.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry grip that remains consistent even as the tread wears down.
  • Superior tire life compared to many other dedicated track-focused compounds.
  • Predictable breakaway characteristics that provide driver confidence at the limit.
  • Versatile performance, suitable for both track use and limited street driving.

Cons

  • Performance can become 'greasy' if the tire is overdriven or overheated during long sessions.
  • Requires proper heat cycling and break-in procedures to achieve optimal performance.
  • Sensitive to alignment settings, which can lead to accelerated or uneven wear if not managed.
  • Limited wet weather capability, requiring caution in rainy conditions.

Observations

  • Users specifically noted the tire's effectiveness in competitive racing classes like SSM, where it offers a competitive alternative to dedicated slicks.
  • The tire is frequently compared favorably to more expensive ultra-high-performance tires, offering similar grip levels at a lower price point.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Toyo Proxes R888 B · Toyo Proxes RA1
Category—Summer Trackday and Competition tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available—6
Rim diameters—15″ – 18″
Tread depth—8/32″
UTQG—100 A A
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—44 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Toyo

Toyo

Winner: Toyo Proxes RA1 — better noise, comfort and wet. Pick the Toyo Proxes R888 if handling matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Toyo Proxes RA1 scores 91 vs 52 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Toyo Proxes RA1 scores 85 vs 60 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Toyo Proxes RA1 scores 73 vs 50 on wet.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Toyo Proxes R888 scores 93 vs 73 on handling.

Tire A · Toyo Proxes R888
Tire B · Toyo Proxes RA1

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.