Yokohama Advan Sport EV V108 is normally made in Japan or China (in Asia). Hong Kong Authorized Official V108 is made in Japan while those Parallel Imported is made in China. Have you ever wondered is there any difference between these two manufacturing places? Possibly most sellers will tell you there is no difference. However, simply looking at the specification, you will know a little more detail.
Price
Japan manufactured is way more expensive than China manufactured.
e.g. 235/45 R18 98Y costs around HKD2000/tyre for made in Japan tyre, as compared to made in China which is around HKD1350/tyre.
Just a look of the price will defer many to purchase made in Japan V108 and choose made in China instead. Does the high price worth it?
Speed Index of V108
Specification of made in Japan V108 is mostly “Y” (300km/h), compared to made in China V108 which is mostly “W” (270km/h)
It shows the made in Japan V108 has a better speed control and handling than its China manufactured counterpart.
Made in China, V108, “W” Speed index
Wet grip rank “B”, not “C”
Made in Japan, V108, “Y” Speed index
Wet grip rank “A”, not “C”
There is a problem with outputting the label result that cause both values fall onto “C”.
Thailand Tyre Label
Made in China V108 mostly have “B” rank in wet grip but the made in Japan V108 got “A” rank instead.
made in China V108. Wet grip rank “B” instead of “C” due to output error.
made in Japan V108. Wet grip rank “A” instead of “C” (see last image)
UTQG Treadwear
Advan Sport EV V108 has a treadwear of 240, which is the same value as its counterpart Advan V701 but slightly lower than V601 with treadwear 280.
Conclusion
The made in Japan V108 overall provides a more secure speeding in both sunny and raining weather. Drivers who want a better handling and safety should opt for made in Japan to suit your driving habit.
However, the made in China V108 seems to be better choice if drivers are simply opting for a longer drive range in their electric vehicle. It looks even more value worth, especially comparing with Michelin Pilot Sport EV (made in China, which cost around HKD2000 – HKD2300/tyre for 255/40 R20 now).
If drivers prefer a better control and speeding tyre model, you will need to consider if electric vehicle range is a first priority or traction is the first priority. Since V108 has the same treadwear value as V107 and lower value than V601, these two models may be a better options for replacement to meet your spirited driving.
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