Yes, it is still me... I find it surprising that more people haven't discovered the quality of these tyres.
Having upgraded to an Mk5 Golf GTI (150kw at the wheel), I am happy to report that after more than three years of daily use with different cars, these tyres offer excellent value for the price.

When the ground is dry, these tyres provide exceptional performance with little to no understeer or oversteer. They also last a bit longer if you could behave yourself and not do any 'Traffic Light Grand Prix'... Learnt that from an expensive experience.

As far as tyre noise is concerned, I find it acceptable. While noticeable, the noise level is not excessive and is unlikely to cause a headache. If you upgrade your car's exhaust system, you may find the noise becomes less noticeable. ;)

Regrettably, a recent fire at the Hankook tyre factory has made it impossible to obtain TDs in the short term, prompting me to upgrade to the Yokohama Advan a050 semi-slicks. I must say, these tyres are addictive. Once you try them, there's no going back.

I hope all three of my reviews helped!


FYI - While I fitted Hankook Ventus TD on my Golf Mk5 GTI (Front wheel drive), they lasted an average of 5000km at the front and 7000km at the rear.

Update for my pulsar n15 sss. Never regret buying one of these, the car never over or understeer. With 85kw atw, the tires last 7000 km for the front tires. Already brought the tires for my next car/daily. It has been a lot of fun with my pulsar.

Brought for daily use. Feel fantastic, attack mode all the time. Unfortunately, the tires will only last 5000 km average for daily use (including 1 to 2 track days), and the compound start cracking after one month of use. I live in the hills FYI. Definitely will buy again for daily and track use.

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