Firemax FM601 review
The Firemax FM601 is widely regarded as a poor-performing budget tire that struggles with basic traction and longevity. While a small minority of users appreciate the low entry price, the overwhelming consensus points to significant safety concerns in wet conditions and premature tread wear that negates any initial cost savings.
Owners rate it 13 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
44%By road tests
57%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 10 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Firemax FM601 is widely regarded as a poor-performing budget tire that struggles with basic traction and longevity. While a small minority of users appreciate the low entry price, the overwhelming consensus points to significant safety concerns in wet conditions and premature tread wear that negates any initial cost savings.
Pros
- Extremely low initial purchase price
- Acceptable dry-weather grip once the tire reaches operating temperature
Cons
- Dangerous lack of traction in wet conditions
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- High susceptibility to punctures and sidewall damage
- Excessive noise and squealing during low-speed maneuvers
Worth knowing
- Users driving modest vehicles, such as the Toyota Avensis and 1.0L Ford Focus, reported frequent traction control intervention, indicating poor performance even on low-torque platforms.
- Drivers noted that the cost-per-mile is higher than premium alternatives due to the need for frequent replacements.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2022 Summer tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
43rd of 44
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 43rd of 44 | |
| Dry Braking | 39th of 44 |
2021 53 Summer tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
42nd of 53
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 42nd of 53 | |
| Dry Braking | 41st of 53 |