Are EV tyres different to ICE car tyres?

Yes, EV tyres are specifically designed to withstand the additional weight that comes with the heavy battery pack. They’re built to be stronger, using different compound and sidewalls than traditional car tyres, to absorb the extra strain placed on them by electric cars. This means that EV tyres generally weigh more.

Surprisingly, EV tyres are quieter than conventional tyres, even though they’re heavier. That’s because they’re intentionally designed to reduce noise, using foam inlays or additional rubber.

However, all of this makes EV tyres more expensive. But while you’d assume that the additional strain would wear them down much faster, the opposite is true. Tyres specifically made for EVs tend to wear down at a slower rate than conventional car tyres, which makes up for the higher initial cost.  

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