Customers praise the Toyo Proxes R888R for outstanding dry traction, with many scoring 9s and 10s. Reviewers highlight exceptional grip, predictable cornering, and confidence during track days, autocross, and HPDE events. The tires warm up quickly and maintain consistent performance, though some note rapid tread wear as expected for competition-focused use.
February 26, 2021
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Awesome grip levels for my relatively light street-legal track car, 2700 lbs. The r888r's provide a deep well of potential with which to play for the chassis and suspension. I've broken several PB's on my local CA tracks, which I had previously set on Hoosier R6 and Kumho V710's...
Awesome grip levels for my relatively light street-legal track car, 2700 lbs. The r888r's provide a deep well of potential with which to play for the chassis and suspension. I've broken several PB's on my local CA tracks, which I had previously set on Hoosier R6 and Kumho V710's. Did I really get that much better? Or are pricier mainstay slicks overrated now compared to this newer track-enthusiast style barely-DOT-legal tire? These tires are very grippy in a wide variety of conditions, working well on cold tracks during those first morning sessions, and are quick to warm, but very sensitive to alignment, and I dont mean factory specs. I mean an alignment adapted to how, and where you drive, coupled with a pyrometric confirmation of the settings therein. Get it right and they will last a very long time (in track miles/sessions) giving grip until the bitter, corded end. Get it wrong, and you'll blow through them in a weekend.
Extra tip: If the tires have worn and have any wear indicators close to becoming even with the rest of the tread, beware of roads with standing water! The hydroplaning that can happen with the tires near the end of their life can be extremely pucker inducing. If the road is banked enough to not have standing water however, the wet grip is still awesome.
Vehicle: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 16-Valve
Miles Driven on Tires: 7,500
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: UNION CITY, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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July 18, 2024
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Dry traction is excellent. Some have complained of the tires feeling greasy at high temps, my car just isn't heavy or fast enough to reach that point so they are great for me...
Dry traction is excellent. Some have complained of the tires feeling greasy at high temps, my car just isn't heavy or fast enough to reach that point so they are great for me. Wet traction is far better than I expected but if there is any standing water you will want to avoid it. Only uses about 1-2/32 during a track day, but again my car is very light.
Vehicle: 1998 Honda Civic DX Hatchback
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: HILLSBORO, MO
Driving Style: Spirited
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September 18, 2021
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...Overall cornering grip is excellent, with good sensitivity to steering inputs.
Excellent and even wear for a 100 rated tire. My fastest laps in this particular car were done with lower tire pressures, around 28 psi cold. However, that increased the wear rate. There was also moderate front brake lockup, but that could also be influenced by front camber and pad compound. Overall cornering grip is excellent, with good sensitivity to steering inputs.
Vehicle: 1983 Toyota Supra
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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Most reviews scoring 8-10 praise the R888R's treadwear, noting impressive longevity for a track-focused tire, with many achieving 8+ track days or 10,000+ street miles. While some mention rapid wear under aggressive use, users highlight consistent grip through multiple heat cycles and acceptable lifespan when used as intended for competition.
July 22, 2022
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tire works on track and tread life has been pretty good.
tire works well on track and tread life has been pretty good.
Vehicle: 2015 BMW M3 Sedan Standard Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 200
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: DUNLAP, TN
Driving Style: Spirited
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April 24, 2023
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...With 100 tread wear, they do wear out quickly, but thats the price you pay for sticky track tires...
I drive a track prepped E46 330ci, this is the first time I bought a set of Toyo Proxy’s. I have only driven on dry tracks, so I cant comment on how they do on a wet track. I love these tires. The feedback I get is positive. With 100 tread wear, they do wear out quickly, but thats the price you pay for sticky track tires. I would definitely buy them again, which will be soon. Lol.
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 330Ci
Miles Driven on Tires: 100
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Driving Style: Spirited
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August 23, 2022
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...Tire is very predictable and stable, wear seems even so far after 2 track days.
I purchased these so I could shake down a 944 spec car at a few DE events. Toyo recommends -1 to -3 degrees camber, and hot pressures in the range of 32-38 psi. My car is 2612 pounds, I run -3.5 degrees front -2.6 rear, start at 31.5 psi cold which brings the pressures up to 37-38 hot. Tire is very predictable and stable, wear seems even so far after 2 track days.
Vehicle: 1986 Porsche 944
Miles Driven on Tires: 240
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: BIG RAPIDS, MI
Driving Style: Spirited
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Multiple reviews scoring 6 and below highlight significant concerns with the R888R's wet traction, describing it as slippery and prone to hydroplaning even in light rain. Users report the tires feel unstable, with a tendency to slide around or float on wet roads, making them unsuitable for wet driving despite their track focus.
December 02, 2021
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...The hook up better than PSC2's in wet conditions.
Underground racing twin turbo Lambo Gallardo Superleggera Stage 3 plus. (800-1350whp) I need sticky tires to hook up. These tires are nice but don't last more than 2000-2500 miles. Super expensive to run, if you need change out tires every other month. But I guess its part of the pay to play. The ---- in wet conditions, but hook up better than PSC2's.
Vehicle: 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,200
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PLANO, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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November 27, 2017
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...Do NOT drive with them when it is wet. I had to drive in a mist the other day and it was scary. They are not meant for any wet pavement at all...
These are amazing track tires. Even feel great just driving around town, though with a 100 treadwear rating, you don't want to do that much as you will use the up pretty fast.
Do NOT drive with them when it is wet. I had to drive in a mist the other day and it was scary. They are not meant for any wet pavement at all. They tell you that when you buy them and they mean it.
Vehicle: 2011 Lotus Exige S Sport 260
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: GOLETA, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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