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Confirming Optimal Track Tire Pressures: 14 Extreme Performance & Competition Tires Tested on a BMW M2 (05:55)

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One of the most frequently asked questions among enthusiast drivers is, “What tire pressure should I run for optimal performance?” This test sets out to answer it! 14 popular Extreme Performance and Competition ran their skidpad laps on our M2, and the full spectrum from 26 to 42 psi was tested. So, want to learn what we learned? Watch now!



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