In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Yokohama) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Hankook). Generally,
Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than
Yokohama (58%). The first tyre test of Yokohama BluEarth RV-02 was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Yokohama BluEarth RV-02 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Hankook ION Evo also have A wet ratings.
