Thu Sep 23, 2021 1:38 pm
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Rob P wrote:Model 3, the little job, about £180 for appropriate Michelin. (19″ 235 / 40 96W)
It does seem a lot when I am buying huge Contis for the Jaguar at £140
But then I realised that £180 x 4 = £720
Rob P
EV tyres need to carry a lot of weight, My Golf-sized EV weights 1.8tonnes., 4 up plus luggage over 2 tonnes
They also have to cope with a huge torque from standstill
Low rolling resistance needed to maximise range
Many have built in noise reducing foam as tyre noise is much more noticeable, but overall noise is lower than ICE cars
Replacement Bridgestones for mine are £118 a corner from Asda tyres fully fitted
Frequently misunderstood