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Summer 2015 is finally here, so we've taken a look at the top 5 tires you should be fitting to your performance sports car. Designed for normal to fast road driving, these tires all work best in 18" inches and above, and offer some of the best grip and steering feel in the market.
Michelin Pilot Super Sport
Launched back in 2011, the Michelin Pilot Super Sport defined its own market segment as a fast road, maximum performance tire a step above ultra high performance tires. Four years, on, the SuperSport is still the the go-to tire for many thanks to its unrivalled steering feel, impressive dry grip and low wear, all somehow combined with low noise and relatively a high comfort. Get them if you can find them in your size.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2
Also launched in 2011, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 is the most reviewed tire on TireReviews, and thanks to a few updates during its life, still offers one of the best all round blends of performance, comfort and price. No top performance tire list could be complete without the Asymmetric 2 included, and we're very much looking forward to its replacement in 2016.
Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2
Hankook have been quietly making progress with their product range over the past five years, and will be the first "new" premium tire brand before long. For now, the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo and Evo 2 represents excellent value for money, with the both the original and new version of the tire scoring extremely well in tests this year. Get the new '2' version if it's available in your size.
Pirelli P Zero
The go-to tire for supercar and hypercar owners hasn't always tested well in the smaller sizes, but things have changed in the past few years. The P Zero is now an excellent all round tire that's as at home on a Golf GTI as it is on an Aventador.
Nokian zLine
Unlike Hankook who have been steadily improving, Nokian have always made good tires. Nokian are known as a premium winter brand in Europe, and as awareness of the Nokian brand spreads into the UK, the tires are being sold in more locations than ever. They're the current top user rated tire on TireReviews and offer an excellent blend of performance, and mid range pricing.
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Thanks for sharing useful tips on selecting the right pairs of car tires. Your post also gives detail overview on specification and advantages of each tires brand. Find it very useful.