Summer tire Trackday and Competition Updated September 2026

Toyo Proxes RA1 review

Name: Toyo Proxes RA1
Brand: Toyo

This tire appears to be discontinued and may no longer be available.

± 8

Relative score from owner reviews only Provisional

Owners 62 · 11 reviews analysed

How scores work

See similar tires still on sale or check this tire on Amazon

Add your size for an exact match

Width/AspectRRim

The Amazon link then searches this exact size.

TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made through these links.

Toyo Proxes RA1 has a Relative Score of 64 out of 100 among summer tires. 11 owner reviews rate it 62 out of 100. 100% would buy it again.

What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

How scores work

Relative score: 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests: 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews: 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

Full methodology

By owner reviews

62/100

From 11 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 100%

Dry

Overall dry

Wet

Overall wet

Snow & ice

Overall snow & ice

Comfort

Overall comfort

Noise

Overall noise

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

Handling

Overall handling

Own these tires? Write a review →

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 11 owner reviews found online.

The Toyo Proxes RA1 is widely regarded as a premier R-compound tire that balances exceptional track-day grip with surprising longevity. Users consistently praise its predictable handling characteristics and ability to maintain performance throughout the life of the tread, making it a favorite for both competitive racing and spirited street driving.

Pros

Exceptional dry grip that remains consistent even as the tread wears down.
Superior tire life compared to many other dedicated track-focused compounds.
Predictable breakaway characteristics that provide driver confidence at the limit.
Versatile performance, suitable for both track use and limited street driving.

Cons

Performance can become 'greasy' if the tire is overdriven or overheated during long sessions.
Requires proper heat cycling and break-in procedures to achieve optimal performance.
Sensitive to alignment settings, which can lead to accelerated or uneven wear if not managed.
Limited wet weather capability, requiring caution in rainy conditions.

Worth knowing

Users specifically noted the tire's effectiveness in competitive racing classes like SSM, where it offers a competitive alternative to dedicated slicks.
The tire is frequently compared favorably to more expensive ultra-high-performance tires, offering similar grip levels at a lower price point.