YOKOHAMA A008S

205/50 R15 86V

Yokohama A008S

The Yokohama A008S is a summer tyre for classic cars. As the first sports tyre in 1978, it launched the ADVAN series, in addition to being the best handling tyre on wet roads. Thanks to its timeless technology and peculiar design, this tyre is very popular among classic car owners. 

What else is worth knowing:

• The advanced tread channel system disperses water perfectly and prevents aquaplaning


• The rubber compound guarantees excellent grip with low tyre wear


• Asymmetrical tread pattern


• Body made of polyester and cords


• Tyre frame made of double steel belts reinforced with a layer of nylon, which ensures rigidity, strength and proper distribution of forces applied to the tyre

Yokohama

Yokohama is a leading producer of premium tires, operating since 1917. The company operates in over 120 countries worldwide, offering tires for every vehicle category—from passenger cars and sports cars to agricultural equipment and large construction machinery.

Innovation and Pioneering

Yokohama was the first Japanese tire manufacturer to introduce radial tires to the market in 1963. The company was also a pioneer in producing tires that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions by minimizing rolling resistance. These innovative tires, known as ES-01 and ES-02, were launched in 1998.

Precise Testing and Global Performance

Yokohama tires are rigorously tested at company-owned test tracks in Japan, Thailand, and Sweden, as well as in testing facilities in Spain and the United States. The company also has a test center at the German Nürburgring track, a key venue for motorsport events, which serves as a benchmark for assessing the performance of newly developed vehicles.

Motorsport Experience

Over the past 60 years, Yokohama has participated in numerous motorsport events, accumulating invaluable knowledge that has advanced the technology used in both sports tires and those for civilian vehicles. Thanks to this experience, Yokohama delivers products with top performance and reliability.