I wouldn't be surprised. Auto manufacturers buy a single model of tire in massive quantities. It's not like they buy them off the shelf. They buy them from (in this case Yokohama) at a price point and with requirements for pressure, ride quality, load, etc. The price trumps everything, though. OE tires have a lousy reputation for a reason.
Like the Bridgestone RE92 that came on the GD Impreza that everyone despised. Cheap, performed poorly in most conditions (including dry) and wore quickly.
Like the Bridgestone RE92 that came on the GD Impreza that everyone despised. Cheap, performed poorly in most conditions (including dry) and wore quickly.
