195/50/16 tyre Yokohama A052

Product introduction

The Yokohama A052 in size 195/50/16 is a road-approved semi-slick tyre designed for drivers seeking very high levels of grip for spirited road driving, circuits, track days, slalom or hill climbs. Drawing on Yokohama’s competition expertise, this tyre offers an excellent balance of performance, driving precision and legal road use.

Part function

The tyre provides the direct link between vehicle and road. On a sports car, Renault Sport, Alpine or prepared car, it plays a key role in traction, braking, handling and front-end precision. The Yokohama A052 is developed to maximise the ground contact area and deliver high grip, particularly on dry surfaces and under heavy loads.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or unsuitable tyre

• Loss of grip under acceleration, braking or cornering loads
• Longer braking distances
• Lack of steering precision
• Deterioration in handling during sporting driving
• Increased risk of aquaplaning if the tread is worn
• Uneven wear that may indicate an alignment or pressure problem

Benefits of replacement

• Significant improvement in grip on dry roads and circuits
• Better stability in bends and under heavy braking
• More direct steering response
• Rapid warm-up for optimum effectiveness
• Road-approved tyre suited to versatile sporting use
• Ideal for high-performance, prepared or track day vehicles

Specifications

• Brand: Yokohama
• Model: A052 road-approved
• Size: 195/50/16
• Type: Semi-slick
• Load rating: 94 XL
• Speed rating: W
• Use: spirited road driving, recreational circuit use, track day, slalom, hill climb
• XL construction: reinforced carcass for better performance under load

Vehicle compatibility

This Yokohama A052 195/50/16 tyre suits vehicles equipped as standard or with an approved alternative fitment in this size, with a 94 XL load index and W speed rating compatible with manufacturer recommendations. It is particularly suited to sporting city cars, sporting compact cars, Renault Sport vehicles, older or modern Alpine models depending on fitment, and vehicles prepared for road and circuit use.

Before fitting, checking the approved size, load index, speed rating, compatible wheel width and vehicle approval requirements is recommended.

Conclusion

The Yokohama A052 195/50/16 is an excellent choice for improving grip, precision and effectiveness on a sports car used on road and circuit while retaining road approval.