New tyres make a difference

[HarryD]

A quick message on my new tyres.
After 45014km I have replaced the original tyres with the same Pilot 4 Sports.
$485 each, gasp, but what a difference.
Very smooth ride, less, much less, noise, steering better. I know the car would have been like this when I picked it up but....
I do wonder if the new tyres are a bit different. All at 42psi.

Cheers

 

[louco73]

Which Tesla model and what tyre size was this for?

 

[Nobody Famous]

Which Tesla model and what tyre size was this for?

2019 M3 SR+

 

[HarryD]

Yep, as he said, 2019 M3 SR+

 

[Hungry Mile]

Interesting info from Bob Jane shop today.
I went in for small puncture repair and they observed I’ll need new tyres in next couple of months. So they did a quote for same as OEM (pilot sport 4, 235/45ZR18) at $450 each.
I’ve had a look at prices and pointed out to them that they currently sell a PS5 245 etc for approx $260 and they said that I should only use the “Tesla rated tyre” otherwise I’ll void my Tesla warranty.
Anyone heard of that before?

 

[Hungry Mile]

As for voiding warranty, all I can find is something about fitting non genuine parts or accessories.

 

[Flatbat]

Interesting info from Bob Jane shop today.
I went in for small puncture repair and they observed I’ll need new tyres in next couple of months. So they did a quote for same as OEM (pilot sport 4, 235/45ZR18) at $450 each.
I’ve had a look at prices and pointed out to them that they currently sell a PS5 245 etc for approx $260 and they said that I should only use the “Tesla rated tyre” otherwise I’ll void my Tesla warranty.
Anyone heard of that before?

The OEM PS4 tyre will have acoustic foam in it, whereas the non OEM variant and presumably the the PS5 does not.

 

[paulp]

Interesting info from Bob Jane shop today.
I went in for small puncture repair and they observed I’ll need new tyres in next couple of months. So they did a quote for same as OEM (pilot sport 4, 235/45ZR18) at $450 each.
I’ve had a look at prices and pointed out to them that they currently sell a PS5 245 etc for approx $260 and they said that I should only use the “Tesla rated tyre” otherwise I’ll void my Tesla warranty.
Anyone heard of that before?

Sounds like that particular bob jane look after tesla. The warranty would have to specifically state that the warranty is voided if tyres, alignment, or brakes are checked or replaced elsewhere. Of course it wouldn’t say that as its anti competative so not legal.
They may however be referring to the quality or load rating of the tyre. Won’t void your warranty but may blowout if the correct tyre type is not used

 

[Maximillan]

I was sceptical, worth a watch even though he tests the Hankook that come on the MY RWD and the M3LR.

 

[Craig 128]

Another good video on EV Tyres

I note my brother's Model Y comes with Hankook S1 evo3 EV. What tyres are new Model 3's coming from out of the factory - SR or Performance?

 

[Nobody Famous]

What tyres are new Model 3's coming from out of the factory - SR or Performance?

RWD loses the Michelin PS4 for Hankook Kinergy GT

Not sure if the performance still has Pirellis

Tesla switches to Hankook Kinergy GT tires for Model 3 Aero wheels

Tesla appears to have changed its Model 3 18″ tire supplier to Hankook, as several owners have reported receiving their new cars this week with Hankook Kingergy GT tires instead of the typical Michelin Primacy […]

driveteslacanada.ca

 

[rx80]

Hmm a bit too late I guess. I've bought sets of Pilot Sport 5. In a hindsight should've seen if anyone use it before on heavier Y.