🏁 Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 vs Toyo Proxes R888R – Street & Track Performance Tyre Showdown
For drivers who want blistering lap times and street-legal usability, few tyres deliver more intrigue than the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 and the Toyo Proxes R888R. Both are built for serious enthusiasts who demand cornering precision, extreme dry grip and high-performance capability.
At Autosport Tyreworld Magill, we’ve tested both on the street and semi-track environments to help you decide which tyre best fits your build.
⚙️ 1. Design Philosophy and Target Audience
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09
The AD09 is Yokohama’s premium performance offering engineered for both street and track use. According to Yokohama, it features “asymmetrical tread pattern, wide shoulders and improved water evacuation for high-performance driving in both dry and wet conditions.” yokohama.com.au+2TireSize+2
Key Features
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Semi-slick inspired tread design with very large shoulder blocks for enhanced dry cornering. Mobile Tyre Shop+1
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Rigid casing and profile optimised for sharper steering response. Tire Rack
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Improved wet performance relative to typical ultra-high-performance tyres with wide wavy grooves for water evacuation. yokohama.com.au+1
➡ Ideal for: Drivers who split their time between spirited street driving and occasional track events, and want a tyre that handles both without major compromise.
Toyo Proxes R888R
The Proxes R888R is Toyo’s dedicated high-performance track & street tyre, built for maximum dry grip and track-day dominance. According to Toyo, it offers “supreme dry handling, improved steering feel and response, and consistent performance over multiple laps.” www.toyotires.com.au+1
Key Features
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High-grip race compound that warms quickly and holds high lateral loads. Track Day Tire
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Optimised contact patch and large outer tread blocks maximising lateral stability in corners. Track Day Tire+1
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Track performance benchmark; less focused on comfort or wet conditions.
➡ Ideal for: Time attack, club track days, high-power builds and drivers prioritising lap time over everyday usability.
☀️ 2. Dry Grip & Cornering Performance
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AD09: Offers elite dry grip. Reviews show high scores in dry conditions and excellent steering feedback. Tyre Reviews+1
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R888R: Delivers extremely strong dry performance. Toyo emphasises its track-derived design focused on lateral stability and speed through corners. TireSize+1
💡 Verdict: If your priority is guaranteed maximum dry grip and track-biased feel, the R888R might edge it. If you want that plus more versatility for street use, AD09 is more balanced.
🌧️ 3. Wet Performance & Mixed Use
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AD09: Among high-performance tyres, it provides relatively stronger wet handling thanks to its design features. yokohama.com.au+1
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R888R: Given its aggressive track-focus, wet grip is compromised compared to more road-biased models. Reviews highlight its dry dominance rather than wet adaptability.
💡 Verdict: For mixed driving conditions including occasional wet roads, the AD09 is the safer choice.
🔥 4. Heat Resistance, Longevity & Usability
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AD09: Built for performance and usability. It balances stiffness, heat cycle durability and daily usability.
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R888R: Engineered for repeated track use; excels under high loads and heat, but may wear faster and feel stiffer on road.
💡 Verdict: For a build that goes street + track, AD09 wins for flexibility; for track-first builds, R888R wins for ultimate performance.
💵 5. Value & Use-Case
| Tyre Model | Character |
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| Yokohama ADVAN AD09 | Premium street-&-track performer |
| Toyo Proxes R888R | Track-biased, high-level performance tyre |
💡 Verdict: If budget allows and you want a “do-everything” top tier tyre: AD09. If you’re chasing maximum track performance and willing to accept less in everyday comfort and wet ability: R888R.
🏆 Final Verdict – Which One Should You Choose?
| Driving Style | Best Choice | Reason |
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| Street + occasion track use | Yokohama ADVAN AD09 | Strong grip, better wet/mixed performance, more all-round usability |
| Predominantly track days / performance build | Toyo Proxes R888R | Maximum dry grip, engineered for lap times and track performance |
| Daily driver with spirited weekend runs | Yokohama ADVAN AD09 | More balanced for road use and occasional track |
| Track-first high-power performance car | Toyo Proxes R888R | Prioritises pure performance over comfort |
At Autosport Tyreworld Magill, we’ve fitted both tyres on performance vehicles and seen them perform under Australian road and semi-track conditions.
➡ AD09 offers serious performance with greater usability.
➡ R888R offers extreme performance for the track-focused driver.
🛞 Available Now at Autosport Tyreworld Magill
We stock both the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 and the Toyo Proxes R888R — fitted, balanced and aligned by our expert team.
📍 Address: 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
📞 Phone: 0452 641 023
🌐 Website: autostw.com.au
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