In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Firestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (69%) than Barum (30%). The first tyre test of Barum Bravuris 6 was done in 2025, compared to 2023 when was the Firestone Firehawk Sport first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Bravuris 6 and the Firehawk Sport were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Bravuris 6 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Firestone Firehawk Sport has A rating.