Does Tesla need special tires?

While you certainly can fit normal tyres on a Tesla, provided they fit, you probably shouldn't. Remember, Tesla cars are high-performance machines and require a higher quality tyre than traditional ones.
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Can I put any tires on a Tesla?

Can you put regular tires on a Tesla? Sure, you can put any type of tire you want on a Tesla, as long as they fit. But there's a pretty long list of reasons why you shouldn't. Tesla tires are of much better quality than traditional tires, which means their ability to perform on the road is also better.
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Can you take Tesla to a normal tire shop?

Yes. Damaged Tesla tires can be taken to Tesla Service Centers or a nearby third-party tire shop for repair or replacement.
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What kind of tires do Tesla use?

The Pirelli tires for the Tesla are a perfect marriage of technology and innovation, made with a special tread compound that can tackle any weather condition without hesitation.
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Do Teslas need special wheels?

There are dozens of aftermarket rims which can be used on any Telsa model. The rims simply need to match the bolt pattern, offset, and back spacing specs of the OEM wheel.
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Why do EVs need EV tires?



Can I put any tire on a Tesla Model 3?

Some Teslas come equipped with Tesla-specific tires that feature unique characteristics like foam embedded inside the tire to improve ride quality. That said, as long as the load carrying capacity, speed rating and tire size are appropriate for your Model 3, any tire can be equipped on your Tesla.
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Why can't you change a tire on a Tesla?

There are a few reasons behind Tesla's decision to leave out the spare tire, such as practicality, weight, lack of use, free roadside assistance, and inefficient labor.
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Why do Tesla tires wear out so fast?

Teslas are heavier than most other cars because of their battery packs, which can add hundreds of pounds to the vehicle's overall weight. This extra weight puts additional strain on the tires and leads to increased friction between the tires and the road surface, which causes them to wear out faster.
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How expensive is a Tesla tire?

How much are Tesla Model Y tires? Tesla Model Y tires typically range in cost from $195 to $450+, depending on the type and size of tire you've got on your Model Y. If you're running the stock 19-inch tires on your Model Y Long Range, you'll find that your Model Y tires are on the cheaper side of that range.
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Does Tesla pay for flat tires?

Flat Tire. Damage to the wheel or tire that causes flat or unsafe driving conditions. Coverage: Flat tire services are provided for up to 50 miles.
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What happens if your Tesla gets a flat tire?

Roadside Assistance is available to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration of your warranty period. If your tire is damaged and your vehicle becomes inoperable, you can request roadside assistance immediately from the bottom of the Tesla app home screen.
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Can AAA change a tire on a Tesla?

You can switch to AAA and they will tow your car, but you will have to find another solution for a spare tire.
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Is changing tires on a Tesla different?

Most Teslas can be serviced at a regular tire shop, but there are some models that require special care due to their unique tires.
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Can I change Tesla tires myself?

To change from one set of wheels to another, you'll partially loosen lug nuts with the wheel on the ground, jack up the car, remove lug nuts and wheel, replace with wheel from the other set, get lug nuts snug, lower the wheel down to the ground, then torque all lug nuts. Then repeat for the other 3 wheels on the car.
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Does changing Tesla tires void warranty?

Tire replacement on your Tesla would not effect the vehicle warranty as long as the tire is the correct size, and has the sufficient speed and load index rating for the particular Model 3.
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Do electric cars need special tires?

It uses air and needs to be replaced every so often. And the demands a motor places on traction, load, and noise are quite unique if that motor whirs silently. There's no way around it: EVs require EV-specific tires.
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Do you have to replace all 4 tires on a Tesla?

It is recommended that tires are replaced every six years, or sooner if required, even if tread depth is above the minimum. When a tire set becomes worn, replace all four tires at the same time. Choose a Tesla-approved tire which is designed specifically for your vehicle.
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How many miles do Tesla tires last?

EDIT: From looking at all the responses, it looks like with stock 19" wheels and the AWD model, it's reasonable to expect between 20,000 and 40,000 miles depending on conditions and driving patterns. 21" wheels...
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Are Tesla all season tires good in snow?

All-Wheel Drive Traction Control

The added traction will make sure you get through the snow safely with good traction. The dual motor Tesla digitally controls the torque to the wheels for a much better handling and traction control. The dual motor has one motor controlling the front and another controlling the rear.
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Will a Tesla last a lifetime?

Based on the average number of miles driven by Americans in a year, usually around 143100, Tesla car batteries are believed to last 300,000-500,000 miles or around 21-36 years. Keep in mind that the number can change depending on various factors, including the mileage range.
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Can you lift a Tesla with a jack?

Jack Mode. If Model S is equipped with air suspension, it automatically self-levels, even when power is off. To prevent damage when jacking or lifting the vehicle, you must activate Jack mode to disable self-leveling. Jack mode prevents the self-leveling that occurs even when Model S is powered off.
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Does Tesla rotate tires for free?

"Tire rotations are included in the annual service inspection. Tire rotations performed in between annual service inspections are charged separately."
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Are Tesla Model 3 tires expensive?

According to Axlewise, that's anywhere between $900 for a full tire replacement on a Tesla Model 3 to $1,500 or more on a Model X or Roadster. That's some serious coin for something that may be necessary several times in the lifetime of the car.
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Does Tesla warranty cover flat tires?

Flat tires are not covered under warranty; however Tesla will cover the cost of a tow, provided by Roadside Assistance, for the first 50 miles (80 km) to the nearest Tesla Service Center, while the vehicle is covered by a Tesla New Vehicle, Used Vehicle, or Used Vehicle Extended Limited Warranty.
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Does Tesla offer tire insurance?

Does the Tesla warranty cover tires? Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent. The Tesla Model X warranty doesn't cover its tires. Tesla's warranty does over roadside assistance which can give you a tow if you get stranded with a flat, but it won't pay to replace the tire.
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