The Toyo Proxes R888R tires receive overwhelmingly positive reviews for their performance, especially in dry conditions and on the track.
The Toyo Proxes R888R tires are highly regarded for their exceptional dry grip and track performance. They excel in providing superior traction and handling for high-performance vehicles and track use. However, they are not ideal for daily driving or wet conditions due to increased road noise and reduced wet traction. Despite the higher price, enthusiasts and track-day participants find these tires to be an excellent choice for their specific needs.
Positive highlights
Excellent grip and traction, particularly in dry conditions and on the track. Superior cornering and handling capabilities. Good performance on high-powered vehicles. Improved lap times and overall track performance. Attractive and aggressive tread design. Better than many competitors in the same category. Relatively good treadwear for a high-performance tire.
Negative highlights
Poor performance in wet conditions and cold temperatures. Quick wear when used for daily driving. Higher price point compared to standard tires.
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3.3
Winter
2.3
Comfort
4.7
Noise
3.4
Treadwear
3.6
80 SimpleTire reviews
Keith
3.5
Triumph Spitfire 1980 Base
Verified Customer
Jan 4, 2024
Fantastic autocross/race tires
I have run these tires on a Fiero track car and a Triumph Spitfire track car. I also have road versions of both of those cars, so I know the difference these tires make. They are fantastic track car tires. They grip hard and warm up fairly quick (the spitfire is a really light car, so thats a good thing). Bolt a set of these to your car and have a great time at an autocross. Don't buy these as your only set to drive everywhere. They wear pretty quickly, to be expected. They shouldn't be left on the car under 40 degrees.
Also, if you are new to the chassis you are bringing to a track; these will hide a lot of suspension flaws. I would recommend learning on a normal radial and moving up to these if you want to hone your skills with your car. I did not with the Fiero and I regretted it. So I sold the Fiero and built a Spitfire because I am way more familiar with that chassis and its handling characteristics.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Treadwear
2
Alex
4.5
Chevrolet Camaro 2021 SS Rear
Verified Customer
Nov 15, 2023
2021 Chevrolet Camaro
I love these tires! They do what they're supposed to do GRIP! I took them on a road course with me & my car felt rly planted on the ground! Also took them on the drag strip & did not spin whatsoever! I did a lil burnout & these tires definitely stuck!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
3
Alex
4.5
Nissan 350Z 2007 Base Rear
Verified Customer
Aug 25, 2023
Great grip on the street and the track !!!! best
Can not go wrong with these tires !
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
3
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
John
3
Honda Civic 1998 DX
Verified Customer
Aug 18, 2023
8/10 tires
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
2
Comfort
3
Noise
3
Treadwear
2
Daniel
3.5
Mercedes benz Cls63 base-rear
Verified Customer
Aug 11, 2023
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 (RWD)
Running a car with over 850+ ft-lbs of torque the tires lasted me 4-5 months of daily driving from the end of winter (February) till June of spirited driving. When first driving, they sounded like a fighter jet but I got used to it. The tires take a while to warm up w/ a stiff sidewall for good handling. In cold or rainy conditions if you drive like a sensible person they do pretty well. On wet concrete you can feel the car dance & during heavy rain.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Winter
3
Comfort
4
Noise
3
Treadwear
3
Dave
3.5
Porsche 911 1985 Carrera Rear
Verified Customer
Jul 30, 2023
Very sticky track tires great for driving noisy bu
Great handling tires very sticky noisy but that's OK I'm a driver and that's what I like
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
3
Noise
2
Treadwear
3
Fernando
4.5
Ford Mustang 1992 GT
Verified Customer
Jul 21, 2023
Love the tires and design look good on my car forp
Love the tires and design gives a good look to my cat and grip and handle well
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Michael
3
Ford Mustang 2024 GT Premium
Verified Customer
Jul 21, 2023
Great grip for high hp cars
Wear is quick . Only one summer no burn outs.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Winter
1
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
1
John
4
Chevrolet Corvette 2016 Stingray w/Z51 Performance Pkg. Rear
Verified Customer
Jul 14, 2023
Performance tire
I was told by the shop who did the build on my 2016 c7 z51 that the Toyo R88R tire is the only way to go with the amount of RWHP. My vette has 719RWHP and these r88rs have held up as best as anyone could expect to the rough highways and my heavy foot.
Thanks
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Comfort
4
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Hurricane
3.5
Ford Mustang 2015 GT Premium
Verified Customer
Jul 9, 2023
Incredible dry street traction
If you're looking at this tire for your performance car or truck, go ahead and get them! They grip corners like you're on rails, and launch traction is greatly improved over stock.
The Toyo Proxes R888R is a DOT-approved competition tire that's ideal for competition events and offers drivers faster lap times and better dry handling.
Features & Benefits
Tread is designed for racing purpose; should not be used when temperatures are consistently below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
Black sidewall
Wide center rib allows for precise steering response and improved directional stability
Recommended for competition use only
Developed for the track, the Toyo Proxes R888R delivers supreme dry handling with enhanced steering response and higher stability that allows track drivers to carry higher speed through corners for faster laps. You get a high-grip race compound and optimized contact patch that provides consistent performance and improves braking, acceleration, and cornering dry traction. Additionally, the asymmetric tread design of the Proxes R888R enables cross-rotation to reduce irregular wear and promote a longer tread life.
No, the Proxes R88R should not be used for daily driving. Toyo recommends that the Proxes R88R only be used for competition events.
The Toyo Proxes R88R is rated V, W or Y depending on size.
Yes, the Toyo Proxes R88R features a tread compound that gets to operating temperature quickly and is designed for exceptional grip.
Yes, the Toyo Proxes R88R is suitable for use on wet pavement. The water evacuation channel of the Toyo Proxes R88R helps move water from the tire's contact patch for exceptional wet traction.
Yes, the Toyo Proxes R88R does provide good traction in racing thanks to a large central rib that improves on-center feel and steering response and outside tread blocks that boost lateral grip for cornering ability.
Yes, the Toyo Proxes R88R is good at braking thanks to an enhanced contact patch and race-engineered tread compound.
No, the soft, sticky rubber formulation of the Toyo Proxes R88R will stiffen up in colder weather, below about 45 degrees F.
No, the Toyo Proxes R88R does not come tread wear warranty. The Proxes R88R does come with a covered against defects in workmanship or manufacturing.