Hey Everyone, I've been lurking here ever since I bought my new 2010 Prius IV but this is my first post. I was curious to know if anyone is running the new Yokohama Super E-Spec tires (LRR made with orange oil) on their 2010 Prius. I'm not 100% thrilled with the Avid S33's that came on the car (too much tramlining) and thought these would be a good replacement. I did a lot of searching prior to posting but I haven't seen any other threads on these tires. I would post a link to these tires on Yokohama's website but Prius Chat won't let you post links until after you've submitted 5 or more posts. Thanks in advance! -Brandon
Brandon, I'll do it for you: Yokohama Also - What the heck is 'tramlining???? I had to google: The term "tramlining" is being used to describe when directional control is disrupted by the vehicle's tendency to follow the longitudinal ruts and/or grooves in the road. It's name could be compared to the tram or trolley driver who does not steer because his vehicle follows the path established by the tracks. Any vehicle can exhibit tramlining on certain areas of the highway because of uneven pavement or severe rutting. And all vehicles tramline to some degree rather than obediently following the driver's steering input. For example, there's usually at least a small change in steering resistance felt through the wheel when crossing an uneven expansion joint or asphalt junction during lane changes. Great first post! Welcome aboard.
No review yet by TireRack, whom I think does a very good job of giving information on possible tire purchases. Yokohama dB Super E-Spec
Thanks guys! I really appreciate the responses thus far. I did checkout tirerack beforehand which is why I decided to post here. I figured that us hybrid owners would be on the cutting edge with this type of 'green' tire that is supposed to be LRR. I'm planning to get these tires sometime this week via my local Discount Tire. I will report back on my findings and any MPG/handling differences versus the OEM tires.
I am definitely interested in hearing about the differences. For me, in the long run, it will be about finding a tire that also performs "capably" in light snow as well!
Unfortunately these e-spec tires are for summer only and since I live in California, I can get away with that. Hopefully Yokohama will eventually come out with a winter tire that is also eco/LRR friendly.
This thread has a link to a test done by tire rack on several tires including the Yokahama super e spec tires http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-ii-...ity-against-energy-saver-ecopia-fuel-max.html Good luck
A real world review is now up. Saw it linked at Greenhybrid dot com SOURCE Now I'm looking between the Yokohama dB super E-spec or the Yokohama AVID ENVigor. I will get quotes and do a little more search EDIT: I've got some prices. Yokohama ENVigor 195/55R16 @ 547$ installed Yokohama dB Super-E-Spec @ 1012$ installed (but not available yet) so I think I'll choose the Yoko AVID ENVigor
wow that's pricey in Canada. I got the envigors installed for $411 at American Tires. I just got them to price match Tirerack.com everytime I need new tires. I only have about 1000 miles on them but so far they're very good and quiet. my MPG is around 46.5 for the last two gas tanks.
Everything is pricey here in Canada (including the Prius :Cry: ) At least I should receive a mail-in rebate from Yokohama (60$). Mine are 195/55R16 inflated at 38/36 and I've got around 46 mpg from my last few tanks. Don't forget it's still cold here between 32F to 55F. I hope it gets a little better with warmer temp. The comfort is there but I'm not yet convinced about the quietness. However, my wife did try them on an emergency breaking situation ( 40mph to zero) and she said she was surprised how well they handled the task.
