The Firehawk Indy 500 is Firestone's Ultra High Performance Summer tire developed for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes and performance sedans who want to maximize sport driving pleasure through racing-inspired technology. The Firehawk Indy 500 is designed to deliver impressive performance in wet and dry conditions.
Like all summer tires, Firehawk Indy 500 tires are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 uses a new, high-performance, silica-enhanced Long Link Carbon tread rubber compound molded into an aggressive-looking asymmetric tread design featuring large independent shoulder blocks designed to improve cornering and handling in dry conditions. The center circumferential groove features proprietary Pulse Groove Technology to enhance water evacuation, and combined with the new tread compound and two additional circumferential grooves, provides shorter stopping distances in the wet than its predecessor.
The tire's internal structure features a high-turnup polyester casing (2 ply in some sizes) beneath twin high-tensile steel belts and nylon reinforcement to provide responsive handling, stability and high-speed capability.
Indy 500® is a registered trademark of Brickyard Trademarks, Inc., used with permission.
El neumático Firehawk Indy 500 de Firestone pertenece a la categoría: Ultra Alto Rendimiento Para Verano y fue desarrollado para conductores de autos deportivos, cupé deportivos y sedanes de rendimiento, que desean maximizar la diversión de la conducción deportiva, a través, de la tecnología inspirada en carreras. El Firehawk Indy 500 ha sido diseñado para ofrecer un rendimiento extraordinario en condiciones mojadas o secas.
Como todo neumático de verano, el Firehawk Indy 500, no fue diseñado para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
El Firehawk Indy 500 utiliza un compuesto de caucho nuevo de alto rendimiento y sílice mejorado (Long Link Carbon), el cual, es moldeado en una banda de rodamiento con apariencia agresiva, que cuenta con bloques grandes e independientes, para mejorar la maniobrabilidad, especialmente al tomar curvas, sobre superficies secas. Los canales centrales circunferenciales utilizan la tecnología "Pulse Groove", para mejorar la evacuación del agua, y al combinarse con el compuesto de caucho nuevo y dos canales circunferenciales nuevos, acorta la distancia de frenado sobre superficies mojadas, al compararlo con su predecesor.
La estructura interna del Firehawk Indy 500 esta constituida por correas de poliéster de alcance alto (fortaleza 2 ply), por debajo de correas gemelas de acero resistente a tensiones fuertes y reforzadas con nailon, para proporcionar una maniobrabilidad más responsiva, estabilidad y capacidad de rodar a velocidades elevadas.
Indy 500® es una marca registrada de Brickyard Trademarks, Inc., y es utilizada con permiso.
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Tire Rack Test Results Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
Best Performance Tires: Ultra High Performance vs. Max Performance Summer Tires – 2024 Test 3(22:06)
Customers think the Firestone WeatherGrip delivers strong all-season performance, with standout comfort highlighted by smooth ride quality and low noise levels. Treadwear receives praise from many for durability, though a few note concerns about uneven wear. Winter traction earns consistent high marks for confident handling in snow and slush, while wet grip and hydroplaning resistance are rated highly for secure driving in rain. Dry traction is reliably strong, with responsive steering and stable cornering. A handful of lower treadwear scores suggest variability in long-term wear experiences, but overall satisfaction leans positive across key categories for grand touring use.
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Customers rate the Firestone WeatherGrip's wet traction highly, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The majority of ratings fall between 7-10, reflecting confident grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance in all-season conditions. Occasional 7s still indicate solid wet performance for a grand touring tire.
January 29, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
Great wet traction.
Great wet traction.
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Venue SE Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: STUART, FL Driving Style: Spirited
...So far after a major rain storm I can say these tires did great.
Glad I found these tires. I drive about 75 miles a day in a variety of traffic and had noticed my old tires started to not like wet roads at all. So far after a major rain storm I can say these tires did great.
Vehicle: 2016 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE EcoBoost Pkg Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: EKRON, KY Driving Style: Average
...I had them in 2 snowstorms very icy cold days and a few relative warm 30-degree days that included a rainstorm, I think they have done very well so far.
So far very happy it the short time that they have been on the car. I had them in 2 snowstorms very icy cold days and a few relative warm 30-degree days that included a rainstorm, I think they have done very well so far. I would buy them again. The only thing I didn't like is FedEx dropping them off in my front yard. I would suggest having delivered to a store.
Vehicle: 2012 GMC Terrain SLE AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 0 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SHOREVIEW, MN Driving Style: Average
Customers rate the WeatherGrip's winter traction highly, with most snow and deep snow scores 9-10. Ice traction sees mostly 7-10 ratings, though a few note room for improvement. Strong snowy condition performance aligns well with its all-season design.
February 09, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
This is an excellent all around tire that is also excellent in the snow with a quiet ride.
This is an excellent all around tire that is also excellent in the snow with a quiet ride.
These tires are fantastic for winter driving. They even handle deep snow, rarely breaking traction...
These tires are fantastic for winter driving. They even handle deep snow, rarely breaking traction. I've never experienced hydroplaning in wet conditions, even at freeway speeds. On dry pavement, I can feel some slight feedback resulting from the more aggressive tread design, but it's very minimal and an acceptable compromise considering the winter driving capabilities. The tread design also generates more road noise than less aggressive tires, but my car is an older, small coupe that resonates engine noise anyway, so the road noise doesn't bother me, and it's minimal. Again, the pros of the winter capabilities far over ride the cons mentioned. After 1 year and nearly 10000 miles, the wear is barely noticeable. These tires will be extremely reliable for this year's upcoming winter commuting.
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Escort ZX2 Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: Clifford, MI Driving Style: Spirited
...After doing research on my own,these tires were rated highest for snow/ice in the all weather category. I have been very pleased with their performance in the winter. I do drive according to the weather but at no point have I had an issue with these tires...
Bought these tires after moving to Minot North Dakota after local tire dealer suggested all weather tires when I was considering snow tires. After doing research on my own,these tires were rated highest for snow/ice in the all weather category. I have been very pleased with their performance in the winter. I do drive according to the weather but at no point have I had an issue with these tires. My ABS rarely if ever kicks in coming to a stop. Prior to switching from Michelin A/S Premiere tires the ABS was kicking in all the time when coming to a stop. I drive for the weather conditions which is basically slowing way down as the roads are often covered in ice/snow. Highly recommend these tires and would definitely purchase again.
Vehicle: 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MINOT, ND Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate dry traction between 9-10, highlighting excellent grip and responsive handling. Scores in the 7-8 range still reflect strong performance for all-season driving.
October 26, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...Great winter traction and dry road traction...
They are a great all around winter / summer tire. Great winter traction and dry road traction. These tire are also at a great price.
Vehicle: 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD 235/60-18 Miles Driven on Tires: 15,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ALEXANDRIA, NH Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate comfort highly, with scores of 9-10 for smooth, quiet performance. While a few note slightly higher noise levels, the majority praise the refined ride quality expected in Grand Touring tires.
January 28, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
Smooth and quiet ride...
Smooth and quiet ride
Vehicle: 2010 Ford Flex V6 FWD SE Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CARNEYS POINT, NJ Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate treadwear highly with scores of 9-10, noting long-lasting performance in all-season conditions. A few lower scores suggest isolated wear concerns, but overall durability impresses Grand Touring drivers.
February 07, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...After a year installed the tires still look as they are brand new
The price, durability and the quality of the tires. After a year installed the tires still look as they are brand new
Vehicle: 2014 Toyota Prius c Two Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: LANCASTER, CA Driving Style: Average
this is second purchase of this tire. They give a good ride and wear well.
Vehicle: 2017 Toyota Highlander AWD LE Plus Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GEORGETOWN, MA Driving Style: Average
...I use them year round and get over three years of use out of them which is acceptable to me.
Overall, these are excellent tires! The ONLY issue I have with them is that on a very smooth (as in new tarmac) there is a noticeable hum. On all other road surfaces, it’s not noticeable. I have purchased these tires for two other of my cars and they were great. I use them year round and get over three years of use out of them which is acceptable to me.
Vehicle: 2011 Hyundai Azera Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: KENTWOOD, MI Driving Style: Easy Going
Firestone’s Firehawk Indy 500 is for the drivers of sports cars, performance sedans, and coupes who are looking to bring excitement to their summer driving. Designed to deliver enthusiast-level performance in both wet and dry warm conditions.
A Closer Look: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500(00:48)
For drivers who want to maximize sport driving pleasure through racing-inspired technology, the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 brings ultra-high performance to the table. All the details are in this video.
Firestone and the Indianapolis 500(00:30)
"Be the best when it matters the most."
The Indianapolis 500. Firestone's proving ground for the technology that makes its way into your tires. And since the very first Indy 500, Firestone tires have been there.
Features & Benefits: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500(01:11)
Firestone introduces us to their Firehawk Indy 500 tire design and tread compound in this video narrated by Trace Adkins. Take a look at how they've worked to improve performance, offer wet handling gains and shorten stopping distances versus prior generations of their Firestone Indy 500 tire.
Does Firestone Hit the Ultra High Performance Summer Mark?(07:33)
Firestone wants to hit the bull's eye with its new Firehawk Indy 500. The target is specific: an outstanding blend of dry and wet street traction and handling.
How accurate is Firestone's aim in the Ultra High Performance Summer category ripe with contenders including the BFGoodrich g-Force Sport COMP-2, Dunlop Direzza DZ102 and Kumho Ecsta PS31?
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The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 uses a new, high-performance, silica-enhanced Long Link Carbon tread rubber compound molded into an aggressive-looking asymmetric tread design featuring large independent shoulder blocks designed to improve cornering and handling in dry conditions. The center circumferential groove features proprietary Pulse Groove Technology to enhance water evacuation, and combined with the new tread compound and two additional circumferential grooves, provides shorter stopping distances in the wet than its predecessor.
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