Your temps were above freezing so no risk of hockey pucks there. I clearly had newer Michelin MXM all-seasons turn into hockey pucks on me. It was no fun, and made me get winter tires every season since then. THere is a big big difference between winter tires and all-seasons in the 5% of time where it really matters -- and likely a smaller marginal, but still worthwhile, difference in other cases where temps are below freezing -- whether wet, snowy or dry.
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Vendor Refresh Model S LR/Plaid : Winter Tire Option
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Your temps were above freezing so no risk of hockey pucks there. I clearly had newer Michelin MXM all-seasons turn into hockey pucks on me. It was no fun, and made me get winter tires every season since then. THere is a big big difference between winter tires and all-seasons in the 5% of time where it really matters -- and likely a smaller marginal, but still worthwhile, difference in other cases where temps are below freezing -- whether wet, snowy or dry.
I was actually looking at a set of vredestein wintrac pro in that size, and yes i dont see why it wouldnt work. There should be enough clearance to accomodate an extra 1/2 inch of tire under the fender. This way I can have the 21s all year round. Sorry, I just hate 19s, the proportions just are not right.
I know the common wisdom is that 21 snow tires are a poor option, but thats not true as long as its the right tire. Vredestein is the only company I know that makes truly dedicated snow tires in just about any size.
I have 22inch wintrac pros on my Range Rover SVR and they have been great.
I am going to run the wintrac 21s on my plaid and be the guinea pig.
I live in northeast ohio near lake erie. We get lake effect snow like crazy and have some serious winters. So if they work here, they should be good anywhere.
Chicagoguy
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How are these tires holding up with some of the snow we've had recently?
I got a 20201 Model S LR with 21" arachnids 3 weeks ago and looking to get either snow tires or all season tires in the Chicago area. Who did you have install them?
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I’m following this as well; I wanted to go with that setup, but the local (Naperville) Tesla Service center said that the larger diameter in the rear would likely rub, and they wouldn’t want to be responsible for the car hitting a highway bump and the rear tire ripping off the rear fascia. So, I’ve now got the stock wheels and tires stored in my garage for summer, and a square setup of those Michelin Pilot Sport All Seasons on 20” Signature wheels on the car itself. On the highway (355 & 88) I haven’t heard a perceptible noise difference, and the grip is outstanding, although I have yet to drive the car in the snow. The Tesla mupflaps were just delivered today so I’m planning to put those on shortly as well. Here’s my post with photos of the winter wheel setup: Vendor - Official Signature Wheel Gallery | Model S Plaid & Performance.
In Chicago area with Arachnids on my Plaid as well. Looking to possibly get Michelin X-Ice Snow 265/40 R20 winter tires on a set of 20x9 rims for the winters. The rears end up around 10mm more in diameter so just concerned about rubbing on bumps. Think the OP mentioned these sizes would work but want to know if anyone has tried this size. Thanks.
I just installed this set yesterday (Michelin PS A/S) on my 22 MSLR here in Denver and just drove it in some snow and I am quite content with the performance. It was cold and mostly dry this morning (8 degrees F) and honestly on the dry pavement they were quieter than the OEM PS4S’s.
For the record the new tires are 265/35zr21 (front) and 295/35zr21 (rear). Here’s a picture. The extra 1” diameter in the back is not too noticeable really.
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Just tried Nokia Hakkapeliitta 10SUV 265/45 R20 on 20x9.5 wheels for a winter tire setup. When it was dry fitted, it would hit the control arm. What size tires should I use on the 20x9.5 wheels on a 2022 Model S Plaid?
I am due to get LR w/21 in northeast and cannot find all season tire unless I change to 295/35 in rear vs the factory 295/30.
Chicagoguy
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I got these tires from tire rack. I did have to change the rear to 295/35
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Vredestein makes the wintrac pro in bunch of fun sizes. I run the 245/35 r21 as a square set up on my model S performance. I also have a set of 22inch I run on my RR sport SVR. I just see people always struggling with the idea of there being no 21 inch or larger option that have decent aspect ratio and are good snow tires. I just got my plaid and will run them on that as well since there are compatible sizes for that as well.
Did your car throw any error codes? The KC Tesla Service Manager through that it would cause the stability control to have troubles with the tire size change and cause an error to be thrown in the computer.
How did the combination of the Pirellis up front and continentals in the rear go? I am thinking of going that route as well this winter.
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