The Michelin Pilot Sport Tesla version of the 235/35 actually has several modifications. It is slightly wider - more than a quarter of an inch actually in terms of the tread making it as wide as an average 255/35. Obviously the section width is not as wide but the tread width is significantly different. The acoustic foam doesn't make a dramatic difference but it does make the tire quieter. What's much more troubling than the absence of a Tesla spec 245/35 in the Pilot Sport 4S is the fact that you can no longer get the Tesla spec 275/30. Not clear if it's a supply chain issue or whether Michelin is no longer making that tire.My aims:
1. Keep it quiet. My ears are hyper-sensitive to road noise
2. Don't introduce dimensional hiccups (computer not recognizing or adjusting to odd size circumferences)
3. This should actually be Number 1: stop curb rashes. Uberturbines and 235/35/20s are a joke!
4. Adding a little more grip would be a bonus
These points would have been at least slightly improved if Michelin 245s were T0 rated.
T0 and T1 refer to first and second generation Tesla spec tires. Some people thought that first designation was t o but it's actually t-0. Unclear what the generational difference might be but probably just an improvement in Rolling resistance and efficiency. The Pilot Sport 4S Tesla spec is probably the prototype for this with acoustic foam, probably slightly different tire compounding (potentially softer on the outer edge and harder on the crown) and a significantly wider tread. Not an efficiency champ but a great tire and very popular still as the most desired street Tire on model 3 dual motor and performance.Please explain the difference between Telsa-approved tires with T0 and T1 designation.
Thanks.