How to Look for the Best Electric Vehicle Tires

If you want to purchase or already own a Lexus electric vehicle (EV) like the Lexus RZ or the Lexus NXh+, it’s good to consider what type of tires you’ll need to purchase after your EV’s original tires wear out. Why should you think about this? Well, if you do your research now, you can keep a list of potential tires to have on hand when it’s time for tire replacement.

Let’s go over which qualities good EV tires have to help you figure out which ones will work when your Lexus EV needs new tires.

Attributes to Look for in Tires for EVs

Heavy-Load Bearing

EVs are generally heavier than gas-powered vehicles because their battery packs weigh a lot. As such, your Lexus EV needs tires that can carry that kind of weight, but not all tires are created equal. A few of the attributes listed below help tires transport EVs and their extra weight around town and across the country safely.

Low Rolling Resistance

Rolling resistance is the force that prevents a car’s tires from rolling forward. Tires on EVs need low levels of rolling resistance so they can carry these heavy vehicles and allow them to roll forward. But what creates a tire’s level of rolling resistance?

Elements like a tire’s tread pattern, materials, compound, and thickness of its rubber contribute to how much it can overcome rolling resistance. Tires with low rolling resistance are thinner and narrower than most tires, and they often have a special tread pattern.

Road Noise Minimizing

EVs’ electric motors are much quieter than gas-powered engines are. Because of that, it’s easier to hear noise generated by your EV’s wheels rolling over the road. As such, good EV tires are built to minimize road noise so it doesn’t bother or distract you as you drive around town or across the country.

Does Your EV Need EV-Specific Tires?

You’d think the answer to this question would be “yes,” plain and simple, but that’s not quite the case. Tires made for gas-powered cars can and do work well for EVs if they meet the criteria listed above. If you’re not sure which type of tire you should choose for your EV, talk to the staff at your local service center. They should be able to help you sort through all your tire options and find one that fits your EV’s driving needs.

Are EV-Specific Tires More Expensive Than Regular Tires?

Yes, they are. That’s because balancing the three tire traits mentioned above can be tricky and often requires proprietary design elements and materials. Both of those aspects tend to drive up costs. That said, the higher price can be worth it if it helps your car roll forward easily and mute road noise while carrying the heavy load of an EV’s weight. This is another thing that you can discuss with your service center’s staff members.

Find Your New Lexus EV Tires Near Stuart, FL

If you’re looking for replacement tires for your Lexus EV in or near Fort Pierce, FL, come visit our Lexus dealership’s service center! The staff at our tire center will help you find the tires that best fit your EV and your financial situation. If you’re ready to start looking for EV replacement tires, contact us online or at 772-242-9806 to get rolling.