Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. Hankook ION FlexClimate

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than Firestone (70%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION FlexClimate has a better rating of 90% compared to 80% of the Firestone Roadhawk 2. The first tyre test of Firestone Roadhawk 2 was done in 2024, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Firestone Roadhawk 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating. We also know where Roadhawk 2 is made - Italy.