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The MXM4 is a catalog tire, that was enhanced for EV, but not specifically built for EV. They use the tire OEM on several vehicle platforms.

I think that is the balance we are trying to achieve. Because the standard of testing is not designed towards EV, we need to literally write the book.

Have you noticed a difference in range? By chance can you calculate how much?

It's a combination of torque and suspension designed to give the performance the vehicle deserves. Combine that with the fact that no tire was specifically designed for EV, but catalog products, given a foam inter-liner that lowers the decibel rating. The Pirelli Elect and the Michelin Pilot...

Yes I completely agree. EV tire testing is still very new, and as the development grows, more data will be available. With Pirelli building the only EV specific tire today, it's hard to make comparisons. I am sure there will be plenty of data within the next couple of years, but that doesn't...

As and FYI, the Pirelli Elect has only been in he market place for a few months (most launched within the last 90 days). The mileage test rating of 500 is based on previous designs within their catalog and will adjust over time. The testing data used is based on consumer invoice data, and...

The Pirelli elect is the only EV designed tire built specifically for the purpose of the EV aftermarket. Most of the OEM tires are part of the catalog products that were enhanced for the EV market, not specific designed for it. Pirelli is the first successful company to achieve this mark. Most...

I thank you for all your feedback. I own a Model 3 & I3, but I also design tires for a living and this is a long standing debate within my team. Most feel the EV consumer wants longer life, while I believe the EV owner wants sustainable range and lower decibel level. Range, tread life & noise...

unfortunately they are not. Range is more defined by the rolling resistance, where as rubber compounding/tread design can which can impact both, can be adjusted to increase tire life. My question, as a Tesla owner is to see what others are looking for, but as an engineer who designs tires, I...

Totally understand. I am an M3 owner, but I am also a tire engineer. I have taken on the new task of designing an EV tire, and I am looking for general consumer feedback from my fellow Tesla/EV owners.

Considering how fast the original tires wear, would you considering sacrificing range to get extended tire life?

I agree with @so45mdl3. The new Pirelli Elect seems to be the latest tech in EV tires.

Considering the original tires on most Tesla's do not last very long, would you sacrifice range to get extended tire life?