Here is a new (available early 2009) tire from Nitto that looks real good! Comes in many sizes including 275/40/20. They are W rated, 200 treadwear, AA traction. I think this will be a tire a lot of people are going to get excited about...including me. http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-tech/2181003-nt05-nittos-new-ultimate-street-tire.html http://www.nittotire.com/#index.tire.nt05.sizes http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=188261 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbfP7XbGSIU Here's a pic from a guy after a day at the track:
Nice looking tire. Just a "W" rating.... can't see how fast my car will go anymore. I still like my Vreds.
So is this more of a "bud" tire or a "JMatt" tire (Road vs Dragstrip).... or is the universal soldier of tires that can do it all hahahahaha
Nitto Tire U.S.A., Inc., announces the release of its new summer max performance tire, the NT05. The NT05 is Nitto’s most aggressive non-competition street tire. The tire gets its name from the fusion of two existing tires: the NT01, Nitto’s D.O.T.-approved R-compound, and the NT555, Nitto’s popular UHP tire. The name signifies that the tire is based on the NT01’s award-winning race technology but designed specifically for maximum street performance. Cypress, CA (PRWEB) November 4, 2008 -- Nitto Tire U.S.A., Inc., announces the release of its new summer max performance tire, the NT05. The NT05 is Nitto’s most aggressive non-competition street tire. The tire gets its name from the fusion of two existing tires: the NT01, Nitto’s D.O.T.-approved R-compound, and the NT555, Nitto’s popular UHP tire. The name signifies that the tire is based on the NT01’s award-winning race technology but designed specifically for maximum street performance. Nitto’s top priority was to optimize dry performance. To achieve this, Nitto’s engineers used the most advanced computer simulation and extensive on-track testing to identify the optimal tread design and compound. The large, continuous center rib and big outer shoulder blocks provide optimum tread contact with the road and the reinforced tread blocks provide exceptional rigidity and stability. These tread features help provide crisp turn-in, excellent steering feedback, and stability under braking; all of which contribute to boosting driver confidence. The result is a tire that responds instantly to your steering, acceleration and braking inputs, inspiring confidence and keeping you connected to the road. The NT05 will be available in the most popular sizes for high-performance vehicles. Several sizes will be available first quarter 2009 with additional sizes released throughout the year. Available 1st Quarter 2009: 235/40ZR17 90W 255/40ZR17 98W XL 275/40ZR17 98W 315/35ZR17 102W 235/40ZR18 95W XL 245/40ZR18 97W XL 265/35ZR18 97W XL 275/35ZR18 99W XL 275/40ZR18 99W 285/35ZR18 101W XL 295/35ZR18 99W 295/45ZR18 112W XL 225/40ZR19 93W XL 235/35ZR19 91W XL 245/35ZR19 93W XL 275/30ZR19 96W XL 275/35ZR19 100W XL 335/30ZR19 103W 275/40ZR20 106W XL 315/35ZR20 110W XL Available 2nd Quarter 2009: 245/40ZR19 98W XL 255/35ZR20 97W XL 255/45ZR20 101W 275/35ZR20 102W XL Nitto Tire develops performance tires for all uses, including racing, off-road and street. Using state-of-the-art manufacturing and testing facilities in both Japan and the United States, Nitto provides innovative and high-quality performance tires for the most demanding automotive enthusiasts. For more information about Nitto or its products, visit the company’s web site or contact the company directly. Nitto and Fueled by Enthusiasts are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nitto Tire U.S.A., Inc., located at 6021 Katella Ave., Ste 250, Cypress, CA 90630. ### Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1568474.htm
Those would be bad ass... including when you snap a half shaft IF they're THAT sticky. Someone buy these first!
Ohhh this is interesting. I look forward to seeing more reviews on this tire. I might try these out after my RE01R's are finished.
i'd be down for trying these bad boys out.... especially since ill have my new halfshafts/supercharger/tc in
