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MAX DRIFTING XStreet sport tire review: is it good, who is it for

A Racing-line sport tire from SUMAXX with good water drainage, quick steering, straight-line stability, and X and lightning-bolt designs on the tread.

Type
Sport (Racing)
Sizes in Thailand
15–18 inch
Warranty
2 years / 50,000 km
Highlights
Water drainage, stability

1 size in stock, 15-inch

By the Subphaisal team · Updated Nov 2, 2026

Sumaxx MAX DRIFTING X tire

Summary

MAX DRIFTING X is a sport tire in the Racing Car Tyre line of SUMAXX, the tire brand of Qingdao Sunforce Tyre in China. Two center grooves and redesigned lateral grooves channel water for quick steering response and a stable feel on wet roads. A solid center rib helps grip when pulling away and keeps the ride comfortable, while wide shoulders and a reinforced sidewall help the car stay stable in a straight line. Subphaisal lists it in the MAX DRIFTING product group, in 195/50R15, 195/55R15 and 265/40R18.

Key technology

2 center grooves + redesigned lateral groovesChannel water for quick steering response and a stable feel on wet roads.
Solid center ribHelps grip when accelerating from a stop, keeps steering control steady and makes the ride comfortable.
Reinforced sidewall + wide shouldersHelp the car stay more stable when driving in a straight line.
X and lightning-bolt tread designsA design unique to this model that makes the tire stand out.

Specs

Brand / modelSUMAXX MAX DRIFTING X (shop product group: MAX DRIFTING)
TypeSport tire — listed by the maker in its Racing Car Tyre line
Sizes sold in Thailand195/50R15 · 195/55R15 · 265/40R18
Brand ownerQingdao Sunforce Tyre Co., Ltd. (Qingdao, China) · SUMAXX brand launched in 2012
WarrantyCovers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · See terms

Sizes

SizeStatusLink
195/55R15In stockSee price
195/50R15Out of stockSee price
265/40R18Out of stockSee price

Who it's for

  • Cars that use 195/50R15 or 195/55R15 (check the size on your current sidewall first)
  • Cars that use 265/40R18 (check the size on your current sidewall first)
  • Drivers who want a sporty tire with a standout tread design, and care about water drainage and stability

FAQ

Is the SUMAXX MAX DRIFTING X good?

Yes, for drivers who want a sporty tire. The maker lists it in its Racing Car Tyre line and says the 2 center grooves channel water and keep steering quick on wet roads, the solid center rib helps when pulling away, and the wide shoulders help stability in a straight line.

Are MAX DRIFTING and MAX DRIFTING X the same tire?

Yes, for the product on this page. The shop uses MAX DRIFTING as the product group name, and the tire it carries is the MAX DRIFTING X, the model name on the maker's website. The MAX DRIFTING Z1 is a different model with a different tread pattern.

Is the SUMAXX MAX DRIFTING X comfortable?

The maker says it rides comfortably, explaining that the solid center rib helps both steering stability and ride comfort. It gives no figures for noise or comfort, though. The actual feel depends on the car, tire pressure and road surface.

Where are SUMAXX tires made?

SUMAXX is a brand of Qingdao Sunforce Tyre Co., Ltd., based in Qingdao, China. The brand started in 2012. The maker's website does not name the plant. You can see the country of manufacture printed on the sidewall.

What cars is the SUMAXX MAX DRIFTING X for?

Cars that use 195/50R15, 195/55R15 or 265/40R18, the sizes Subphaisal carries, and drivers who want a sporty tire. Check the size on your current sidewall before ordering.

What warranty does the MAX DRIFTING X have?

Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery. See the warranty page for details.

Where can I get the MAX DRIFTING X installed?

Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.

Sources: SUMAXX (Qingdao Sunforce Tyre) — MAX DRIFTING X · SUMAXX — Racing Car Tyre line (MAX RACING 86S · MAX SPEED R1 · MAX DRIFTING X) · SUMAXX — About SUMAXX

Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.

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