Toyo Tires® Unveils the New Proxes® TQ, Their First D.O.T.-Approved Drag Radial
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Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has introduced the Proxes TQ, the first D.O.T.-approved drag radial by Toyo Tires. Designed specifically for high-horsepower muscle cars and street machines, the Proxes TQ delivers maximized grip during launch for quicker 60-foot times and lower elapsed times. The tire was recently unveiled in front of a crowd of racing enthusiasts at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show in Orlando, Florida.
A new drag radial tread compound, strengthened radial construction, and optimized tread design work together to provide the Proxes TQ with superior grip, straight-line performance, and high-speed stability down the track yet low noise on the drive home.
The dual-purpose low-void asymmetric tread design of the Proxes TQ includes a semi-slick inner area to improve traction on independent rear suspension vehicles while still maintaining consistent grip on straight-axle, rear suspension vehicles. A variable pitch outer area on the tread reduces pattern noise while driving to and from the local drag strip. Optimized construction with special drag radial carcass works to maintain a large, consistent contact patch for increased traction throughout the course of a drag run.
In addition to delivering maximum performance at the track, the unique tread and attractive sidewall of the Toyo® Proxes TQ will add to the appearance of any muscle car or street machine. Current sizes include: P255/50R16, P275/45R16, P275/40R17, P315/35R17, P345/40R17 and P315/35R18.
To learn more about the new Proxes TQ by Toyo Tires and to view technical specifications such as rim fitments, tire widths and diameters for each individual size, log on to www.toyo.com. For more serious racing machines that compete in categories such as sportsman classes, Toyo Tires offers Proxes ® Drag Slicks which are known for their race-winning consistency at the track.