EV Insights & Updates

Have you ever noticed that the tires on the same vehicle don’t always wear at the same rate? ...
All new electric vehicles receive a range estimate, just like gas vehicles see EPA-estimated fuel consumption ratings. However, much like their gas-powered counterparts, there are a number of factors that impact the distance an EV can travel on one charge.
Today’s tires are a marvel of engineering, providing thousands of miles of useful life, a quiet ride, fuel economy benefits, and more. Tire manufacturers offer products for a range of vehicle types and uses, including tires made specifically for electric vehicles.
One of the most noticeable benefits of electric vehicles is their relaxing, almost silent electric motors. Without the hundreds of moving parts and combustion required for gas engines to run, electric motors don’t produce the sound levels of their fossil fuel-burning counterparts, but that silence can uncover unexpected noises from other parts of the car.
The industry has progressed to the point that many modern cars leave the factory with wheels that dwarf even the largest aftermarket wheels from just a decade ago.
When you buy a new EV, you might notice that the tires look a little different than the set you had on your last gas vehicle. Automakers often opt for low rolling-resistance tires, and those that help maximize the range of electric vehicles, but even the greenest tires need care to last and perform at their best.
Tires designed specifically for electric and hybrid vehicles help optimize range charge time and tread life. Find out how these tires performed in our road test.