Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 review
The Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 is widely regarded as a high-performance, dual-purpose tire that excels in endurance and consistency for track-day enthusiasts. While it may not offer the absolute peak 'hero' grip of some specialized 'super 200TW' tires, it is praised for its superior heat management, predictable handling, and surprising wet-weather capability, making it a highly effective choice for those who drive their cars to and from the track.
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The Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 is widely regarded as a high-performance, dual-purpose tire that excels in endurance and consistency for track-day enthusiasts. While it may not offer the absolute peak 'hero' grip of some specialized 'super 200TW' tires, it is praised for its superior heat management, predictable handling, and surprising wet-weather capability, making it a highly effective choice for those who drive their cars to and from the track.
Pros
- Exceptional heat resistance and consistency during extended track sessions
- Predictable and communicative handling at the limit
- Strong wet-weather performance for a 200TW tire
- Impressive tread life and durability compared to other track-focused tires
- Refined road manners, including lower noise levels and better comfort than its predecessor (AD08R)
Cons
- Not as competitive in absolute 'hero' grip as some aggressive 200TW alternatives
- Can become greasy if over-driven or pushed beyond their thermal operating window
- High-horsepower vehicles may struggle with traction in lower gears
- Some reports of quality control issues, such as tires being out-of-round
Worth knowing
- Lightweight vehicles benefit significantly from the stiff sidewall, which improves turn-in response and chassis rotation.
- High-horsepower RWD vehicles (500+ hp) may find the tire struggles to put power down in first and second gears compared to dedicated drag-oriented rubber.
- Users noted that the tire performs best when cold pressures are carefully managed (typically 30-34 PSI) to balance grip and sidewall stiffness.
Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 specs & sizes
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| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 8/32″ |
| UTQG | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
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