Tyres are not the most exciting parts on EVs, but they could be quite expensive at the time of replacement. The need for tyre replacement typically arises in two scenarios: 1. There is a puncture in the tyre and it is unrepairable; 2. Your tyres are almost worn out.
All Tesla cars have built-in TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System), making it very easy to check tyre pressure on touchscreen or Tesla App. The recommended tyre pressure by Tesla is 42psi, which is slightly higher than most ICE cars’ recommended tyre pressure due to Tesla’s higher curb mass. Reducing tyre pressure during the Australian summer is unnecessary, as low pressure can lead to tyre overheating - an outcome contrary to common intuition.
If a puncture occurs within the centre tread area (the crown), it is possible to address it through professional repair at a tyre shop. Attempting to fix the tyre independently can result in serious injury or contribute to potential accidents in the future. Also, it is recommended to put repaired tyre on rear wheels for safety reasons.
If a puncture is on tyre shoulder or sidewall, then it is unrepairable, and you must replace the damaged tyre. It is recommended to replace it with the same brand and pattern, because this ensures optimal performance during acceleration and braking, as well as a more comfortable and responsive steering experience.
Once tyres' tread depth is below 3mm, stopping distances increase dramatically based on research from UK technical organization MIRA. The minimum legal tread depth in Australia is 1.6mm and at this point you must replace your tyres. Many consumers prefer to purchase tyres from the same brand that originally came with their new cars. For Tesla, the most prevalent original equipment (OE) tyre brands include Michelin, Pirelli, and Hankook. All of them are excellent quality tyres, but replacing four tyres on your Model Y can easily exceed A$2,000 in cost if you choose to keep the OE brands.
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