Yokohama C drive (now in a wider range of sizes)

WasavaTyres · 4th July 2016, 16:59

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Originally Posted by halfbytecode

I am wondering if they are discontinued for good, in India.

True that. C-Drives have been take off YHIL's portfolio last year. There were some sizes that were Made in Japan to India specs that came in infrequently. The Indian plant will roll out Earth one and S-Drives majorly. The new G055 for SUV segment is being imported from The Philippines.

ashis89 · 4th July 2016, 17:06

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Originally Posted by WasavaTyres

True that. C-Drives have been take off YHIL's portfolio last year. There were some sizes that were Made in Japan to India specs that came in infrequently. The Indian plant will roll out Earth one and S-Drives majorly. The new G055 for SUV segment is being imported from The Philippines.

Which is better among Earth-1, XM2 or Sincera? The need is for a better cushioned ride and very good wet grip, in comparison to the stock Amazer 3G. The tyre shouldn't be prone to punctures though.

kpzen · 4th July 2016, 18:03

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Originally Posted by ashis89

Which is better among Earth-1, XM2 or Sincera? The need is for a better cushioned ride and very good wet grip, in comparison to the stock Amazer 3G. The tyre shouldn't be prone to punctures though.

Both Earth1 and XM2 are good proven tires.
XM2 would be Rs 200 ~ Rs 400 costlier than Earth1.
You can choose any of the two based on your budget.

WasavaTyres · 5th July 2016, 20:58

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Originally Posted by ashis89

Which is better among Earth-1, XM2 or Sincera? The need is for a better cushioned ride and very good wet grip, in comparison to the stock Amazer 3G. The tyre shouldn't be prone to punctures though.

You definitely get more bang for your buck on the Earth 1's . Besides when it comes to claims, Yokohama would be a bit more flexible than Michelin. Ride comfort and good wet grip would be at par for both of them.

halfbytecode · 16th July 2016, 00:30

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Originally Posted by WasavaTyres

True that. C-Drives have been take off YHIL's portfolio last year. There were some sizes that were Made in Japan to India specs that came in infrequently. The Indian plant will roll out Earth one and S-Drives majorly. The new G055 for SUV segment is being imported from The Philippines.

Thanks for the information.

I am wondering if there is a tyre in 195/60 R15 size that is similar to C-drive in terms of performance. I love the wet traction, aqua panning, cornering abilities, and flat planted ride.

I did come across Continental MC5, Michelin Primacy 3, and the age old Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3. However, I am not sure of any of those would be a good alternative to C-drive. I'm open to considering other tyres, apart from these, as well.

WasavaTyres · 16th July 2016, 13:38

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Originally Posted by halfbytecode

I am wondering if there is a tyre in 195/60 R15 size that is similar to C-drive in terms of performance. I love the wet traction, aqua panning, cornering abilities, and flat planted ride.

Yokohama V550 dB is the one that comes closest to fit the bill. And it's available in 195/60/R15 too.

fatsoboy · 7th November 2020, 18:27

Anybody here has experience with the c drive 2 zps (runflat version)?
I am looking to replace for my x1 and wasn't too interested in run flats because of the relatively harsh ride and noise, but am getting these yokos for 12.5k in 235/50 r18, which I guess is a good deal so considering

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fatsoboy BHPian Join Date: May 2013 Location: Delhi Posts: 43 Thanked: Once	Re: Yokohama C drive (now in a wider range of sizes) Anybody here has experience with the c drive 2 zps (runflat version)? I am looking to replace for my x1 and wasn't too interested in run flats because of the relatively harsh ride and noise, but am getting these yokos for 12.5k in 235/50 r18, which I guess is a good deal so considering
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