🏁 Yokohama AD09 vs Zestino Gredge 07R – Street & Track Tyre Showdown
If you’re building a performance machine that sees both the street and the circuit, the choice of tyre is pivotal. Two standout options are the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 and the Zestino Gredge 07R — each with its distinct character. At Autosport Tyreworld Magill, we’ve compared them in detail so you know exactly which suits your driving style and build.
⚙️ 1. Design Philosophy & Target Audience
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09
Yokohama’s AD09 is engineered for high-performance street and track use alike. It combines motorsport-inspired technology with real-world usability.
Key Features:
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Semi-slick influenced tread design and wide contact patch for strong dry grip.
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Improved wet-capability for a UHP track-inspired tyre.
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Broad size range and well-engineered for sports cars, hot hatches and weekend track builds.
➡ Ideal for: Drivers who demand strong performance on both road and track without heavy compromise.
Zestino Gredge 07R
The Zestino Gredge 07R is a road-legal semi-slick tyre built for drivers who prioritise track performance and value.
Key Features:
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Medium compound (TW240) semi-slick, designed for track days, time attack and club competition.
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Road legal in many sizes, yet built with track durability and grip in mind.
➡ Ideal for: Enthusiasts who spend more time on track or spirited road use, and prefer budget-smart performance.
☀️ 2. Dry Grip & Cornering Feel
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AD09: Delivers elite dry grip and extremely good steering feedback; crafted to feel sharp and precise in corners.
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07R: Also engineered for strong dry grip; its semi-slick nature gives serious performance but the trade-offs (road comfort, wet) are greater.
💡 Verdict: If you want razor-sharp road+track usability, AD09 is more balanced. If your focus is track-first and you accept compromises, 07R delivers value.
🌧️ 3. Wet Performance & Mixed-Condition Use
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AD09: Offers usable wet performance for a performance tyre thanks to its design.
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07R: While road-legal, its track bias means wet conditions are more of a compromise; less suited to heavy rain or wet street use.
💡 Verdict: For mixed use including street and wet weather, AD09 is safer. 07R excels in dry, high-load conditions.
🔥 4. Heat Resistance, Durability & Usability
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AD09: Designed to perform on road and track, balancing grip and usability.
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07R: Built for high performance and track sessions, may wear faster under street use or require more frequent replacement in heavy track use.
💡 Verdict: If you do both street and track, AD09 is a smarter all-rounder. If you’re more track-centric and budget conscious, 07R gives serious grip for the cost.
💵 5. Value & Use-Case
| Tyre Model | Character |
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| Yokohama AD09 | Premium performance with strong versatility |
| Zestino 07R | Value-focused high-performance track/road hybrid |
💡 Verdict: Choose AD09 if you want one tyre that covers serious road and track use. Choose 07R if your priority is track performance and you’re okay with less usable wet/comfort characteristics.
🏆 Final Verdict – Which Should You Choose?
| Driving Style | Best Choice | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Street + occasional track use | Yokohama AD09 | Balanced grip, better wet usability, more refined |
| Track-heavy builds / value performance | Zestino 07R | High grip for the cost, track bias |
| Daily driver with track days | Yokohama AD09 | More usable in everyday conditions |
| Budget conscious enthusiast | Zestino 07R | Performance at a better price |
At Autosport Tyreworld Magill, we’ve fitted both tyres on performance vehicles and tested them in Australian conditions.
➡ AD09 = sharper, more refined, versatile
➡ 07R = performance-first, value-driven
🛞 Available Now at Autosport Tyreworld Magill
We stock both the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 and Zestino Gredge 07R — professionally fitted, balanced and aligned by our specialist team.
📍 Address: 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
📞 Phone: 0452 641 023
🌐 Website: autostw.com.au
Autosport Tyreworld – Where Performance Meets Precision.