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Drag Radials, Drag Slicks, & Racing Tires

When you’re at the track and fractions of a second count, general purpose passenger car tires don’t cut it. You need tires made for racing: little-to-no...

When you’re at the track and fractions of a second count, general purpose passenger car tires don’t cut it. You need tires made for racing: little-to-no tread pattern for maximum contact, and super-sticky rubber compounds that thrive in the heat.

Whether you’re driving hard around autocross cones, hitting every apex on a road course, clocking laps around the circle track, or launching flat-out down the drag strip, you’ll find the ideal racing tires at Summit Racing Equipment. Bias-ply slicks, DOT-approved “street” tires, drag radials…Summit carries all of these and more, in a wide...

When you’re at the track and fractions of a second count, general purpose passenger car tires don’t cut it. You need tires made for racing: little-to-no tread pattern for maximum contact, and super-sticky rubber compounds that thrive in the heat.

Whether you’re driving hard around autocross cones, hitting every apex on a road course, clocking laps around the circle track, or launching flat-out down the drag strip, you’ll find the ideal racing tires at Summit Racing Equipment. Bias-ply slicks, DOT-approved “street” tires, drag radials…Summit carries all of these and more, in a wide assortment of sizes.

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Summit has been in the high performance business since 1968, helping thousands of racers make millions of passes and laps. Check out our blog for helpful tire tech advice like this Drag Racing Slicks and Traction article, visit our Help Center for answers to common questions about wheels and tires, or contact us directly for custom solutions from our world-famous service and tech experts.

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Never compromise when it comes to tires! When you shop at Summit, you get to choose from the most trusted tire manufacturers in the high performance industry. Brands like Mickey Thompson, Hoosier, Goodyear, Nitto, BFGoodrich, Phoenix, Bridgestone, Pirelli, and so many more are available right now! Use our powerful search tools to shop by size and construction.

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Kenda Vezda UHP Summer Tires 245/40-18

Kenda Vezda UHP Summer Tires 245/40-18

Kenda Vezda UHP Summer Tires 245/40-18

Vezda UHP Summer, 245/40-18, Summer, Radial, Blackwall, Speed Rating W, Autocross/Road Course, Automotive, Each

Part Number: KND-20A025

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Toyo Proxes R888R Tires 245/40-18

Toyo Proxes R888R Tires 245/40-18

Toyo Proxes R888R Tires 245/40-18

Tire, Proxes R888R, 245/40R18, Radial, Competition, Each

Part Number: TYT-107720

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Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 255/35-19

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 255/35-19

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 255/35-19

Tire, Tempesta P1 P-01R, 255/35-19 Tire Size, 96 Load Index, Y Speed Rating, 1565 lb. Max Load, Blackwall, 200 A A UTQG Rating, Radial, Each

Part Number: VIO-158607788

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Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 245/40-18

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 245/40-18

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 245/40-18

Tire, Tempesta P1 P-01R, 245/40-18 Tire Size, 97 Load Index, Y Speed Rating, 1609 lb. Max Load, Blackwall, 200 A A UTQG Rating, Radial, Each

Part Number: VIO-158607740

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Nankang Sportnex CR-S Tires 245/40-18

Nankang Sportnex CR-S Tires 245/40-18

Nankang Sportnex CR-S Tires 245/40-18

Tire, Sportnex CR-S, 245/40-18, Extreme Performance, Radial, Blackwall, Y Speed Rating, 9.80 in. Section Width, 1,609 lbs. Max Load, Each

Part Number: NAN-JD747

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Yokohama ADVAN A052 Tires 245/40-18

Yokohama ADVAN A052 Tires 245/40-18

Yokohama ADVAN A052 Tires 245/40-18

Tires, ADVAN A052, 245/40-18, Blackwall, Radial, 9.80 in. Section Width, Y Speed Rating, XL Load Range, 200 A A UTQG Rating, 1610 Max Load, Each

Part Number: YOK-110115212

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Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/40-19

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/40-19

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/40-19

Tire, ADVAN Neova AD09, 225/40-19, Radial, 8.90 in. Section Width, W Speed Rating, XL Load Range, 1,433 Max Load Single, Blackwall, Each

Part Number: YOK-110111946

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Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/45-18

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/45-18

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 Tires 225/45-18

Tire, ADVAN Neova AD09, 225/45-18, Radial, 8.80 in. Section Width, W Speed Rating, XL Load Range, 1,521 Max Load Single, Blackwall, Each

Part Number: YOK-110111931

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Hoosier Conti EC Force Tires 265/30-20

Hoosier Conti EC Force Tires 265/30-20

Hoosier Conti EC Force Tires 265/30-20

Conti EC Force, 265/30-20, Summer, Radial, Blackwall, Speed Rating Y, Ultra-High Performance, Automotive, Each

Part Number: HOO-45984CF

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Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 235/35-20

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 235/35-20

Vitour Tempesta P1 P-01R Tires 235/35-20

Tire, Tempesta P1 P-01R, 235/35-20 Tire Size, 92 Load Index, Y Speed Rating, 1388 lb. Max Load, Blackwall, 200 A A UTQG Rating, Radial, Each

Part Number: VIO-158608136

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What tire compound is best for my car?

Choosing the right tire compound for your car is crucial for optimal performance. This guide explains how lighter vehicles benefit from softer compounds, while heavier vehicles need harder compounds to prevent excessive wear. It also discusses how transmission type affects tire choice, with manual and automatic transmissions requiring different compounds for best results.

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What tire pressure should I run in my slicks?

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