2026 AutoBild Track Day Tyre Test - Vitour Tempesta P1 is the biggest surprise

The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS, developed specifically for the BMW M2 CS, took the win with the best dry performance across the board and strong long-run consistency. The biggest surprise was the Vitour Tempesta P1 from China, which finished second - only a second off the Pirelli on the hot lap and solid in both wet and dry conditions. The Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R, the most expensive tyre in the test at over 2000 euros per set, disappointed with a lack of outright grip and poor long-run durability, finishing joint fourth. The Yokohama Advan A052 dominated the wet tests by a wide margin but faded in the dry long run due to its very soft compound. The full slick proved surprisingly close to the Trofeo RS on a single hot lap but was slower than several semi-slicks over longer stints, as the BMW's ABS could not cope with the extreme grip levels.

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