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What are the best tires for a Tesla Model S?
My worst fear was realized this weekend: I ran over a piece of metal on the interstate and ended up with a flat tire. What are the best tires for a Tesla Model S?
Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Oh no—sorry to hear that happened! The best tires for your
Tesla Model S
will depend on several different factors, one of the most important being tire size. Your owner’s manual will tell you what tire size you need to look for. For example, one possible tire size for a 2022 Tesla Model S is 255/45R19 for the front wheels and P285/40R19 for the rear wheels. Focusing on the front wheel size, here’s a breakdown of what that means:
- The 255 means the tire is 255 millimeters wide
- The 45 means the tire’s height is 45% of its width
- The R means the tire’s inner layers lie radially
- The 19 refers to the rims’ 19-inch diameter
You’ll also want to pay attention to a tire’s speed rating and load index for compatibility.
And as for tire types, here are a few options to consider:
- All-season tires: A happy medium between car and truck tires, all-season tires specifically designed for SUVs tend to have better traction and a higher load capacity than all-season tires for cars.
- Winter/snow tires: You can switch out your summer tires for winter ones to prepare for snowy, icy roads.
- Ultra-high performance (UHP) tires: Some UHP tires can be used year-round, while others are only for warm seasons. They can give you added traction and better handling, but their tread on UHP tires can wear faster than typical all-season tires.
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