I apologize if this question has been asked before, but I'm wondering why Tesla doesn't offer a non-staggered wheel/tire set for the Model Y Performance. I understand that "Performance" to them means better grip and cornering, but what about people like me who just want the power of the Model Y Performance for regular city and highway driving? I simply want the features of an SUV with more power than my M3LR.
Personally, I utilize my car's power while driving at higher speeds and rarely from a complete stop, unless I need to overtake someone before a lane merge. Therefore, I don't require different width tires and thinner sidewalls, and it seems like I'm not the only one. Sure, I could opt for the Model Y Long Range and then pay an additional $2000 for the Acceleration Boost, but I'm not a fan of the 19'' Gemini Wheels and I don't want to spend another $2000 for the 20'' Induction Wheels. The Long Range also lacks a carbon fiber tail, sits higher, and has the same power with AB as my M3LR. I want the Performance version, but I don't want to deal with the shorter tread life and extra cost associated with that specific tire style and size.
For people like me who prefer a squared setup, why isn't the option available when ordering? Many individuals on various forums who have made the switch claim that nothing else is affected. If it's a speed rating issue that Tesla doesn't support, aren't there "normal" tires out there with the appropriate load indexes and speed ratings? If not, then I can understand why Tesla doesn't offer it.
It's just such a waste of time and money to have to purchase a third-party set of "normal" tires and rims, pay to have everything switched over, and then deal with selling the brand new 21'' Uberturbine set that people are now hesitant to pay full price for. This means even more money out of my pocket, especially since TSportline charges $3,700 for their cheapest TSV 19'' Induction tire package set.
Wouldn't it be more logical if Tesla could simply provide two rim options for different drivers?
Personally, I utilize my car's power while driving at higher speeds and rarely from a complete stop, unless I need to overtake someone before a lane merge. Therefore, I don't require different width tires and thinner sidewalls, and it seems like I'm not the only one. Sure, I could opt for the Model Y Long Range and then pay an additional $2000 for the Acceleration Boost, but I'm not a fan of the 19'' Gemini Wheels and I don't want to spend another $2000 for the 20'' Induction Wheels. The Long Range also lacks a carbon fiber tail, sits higher, and has the same power with AB as my M3LR. I want the Performance version, but I don't want to deal with the shorter tread life and extra cost associated with that specific tire style and size.
For people like me who prefer a squared setup, why isn't the option available when ordering? Many individuals on various forums who have made the switch claim that nothing else is affected. If it's a speed rating issue that Tesla doesn't support, aren't there "normal" tires out there with the appropriate load indexes and speed ratings? If not, then I can understand why Tesla doesn't offer it.
It's just such a waste of time and money to have to purchase a third-party set of "normal" tires and rims, pay to have everything switched over, and then deal with selling the brand new 21'' Uberturbine set that people are now hesitant to pay full price for. This means even more money out of my pocket, especially since TSportline charges $3,700 for their cheapest TSV 19'' Induction tire package set.
Wouldn't it be more logical if Tesla could simply provide two rim options for different drivers?
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