Why it's best to buy EV tyres for your electric car
Why it's best to buy EV tyres for your electric car
Special car tyres are needed because with the electric car it carries significantly more weight, and generates much more torque (power and force) than a regular petrol car, therefore special ev tyres that can withstand potentially more tyre wear is necessary. Electric cars are heavier because of the electric battery, reinforced framework and suspension. In all cases when choosing new tyres, it is important to buy ev tyres to suit your electric car model.
Benefits of switching to an electric car
There are huge benefits if you switch to an electric car. Here are a few of them:
- Environmental: noise pollution and petrol output
- Cost per litre is proven to be less
- Lower running costs
- Potentially less maintenance
- Offset vehicle tax/ tax benefits
EDF explores in detail for consumers, the advantages of electric cars for the future.
As a recent survey from tyre giant Bridgestone underlines the trend and reasons consumers are switching to electric cars. Of 2,000 motorists questioned in their research, 67% said they intended to switch and of that figure, 47% want to change to save on fuel bills and 56% were sold by the environmental benefits of EVs.
The number of EV car owners on UK roads stands at 477,000[1], with the trend increasing rapidly, it is even more important to convey the reason why buying ev tyres over normal tyres is so important.
[1] Source: DfT, SMMT
EV tyres are different
There are huge differences between ev tyres and normal tyres, firstly they are made from a different type of rubber. It is not recommended to fit normal car tyres. Using a normal car tyre potentially it could wear out 30% faster. You will need a special tyre that can withstand the extra weight and torque the electric car has.
Bridgestone tyres have pioneered the ev tyre market, making tyres lighter, better rolling resistance and overall increased tyre performance. Specially made EV tyres are now on the market, and time when having to recharge.
What makes EV tyres different?
Tyre engineers have manufactured these tyres with over 200 variable in mind to make them different to standard normal tyres.
- They last longer and more durable
- Rubber compound is different
- Construction methods
- Lower rolling resistance
- Side wall and tread is specifically designed
- Less tyre noise, designed to bear the extra car weight
All of these benefits over a standard conventional tyre means that your electric vehicle becomes more efficient and makes a more pleasant driving experience, maximising on charging time and mileage.
What are the best EV tyres?
Enliten is Bridgestone’s latest breakthrough technology which reduces the rolling resistance of a tyre by up to 30%, and weight by up to 20%.[1] It extends the driving range of EVs and also contributes to reducing environmental impact thanks to improved resource productivity.
This enables tyres with embedded Enliten technology to help reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in combustion vehicles, while also extending battery life and vehicle range in electric vehicles.
[1] Based on Bridgestone internal data comparing Bridgestone premium summer tyres with and without ENLITEN Technology in the same tyre size (92Y 225/40R18 XL).
Will EV tyres save me money?
Yes, for two simple reasons:
- Incorporate lower rolling resistance tyre technology, reduces energy used to move the car forward.
- They are designed to bear the extra load of EVs and last longer as a result
Do you have to fit EV tyres to an electric car?
EV tyres should always be chosen according to your vehicle and fitted for the make and model. To choose the best tyres for electric car tyres have a read through our Eden Tyres article.
Tyres might all look the same, but the very best tyres are triumphs in engineering in their own right, with years of research and development going into their creation.
For safety, car performance and a nicer driving experience, electric car tyres are definitely worth it.
Why do the tread depths on EV tyres look so shallow?
Car owners are commenting that EV tyres have less tread and won’t last as long as a result, but is this is a misconception?
EV tyres are developed with original tread depths lower than conventional tyres save on tyre mass and provide exceptional rolling resistance which saves and maximises energy. However, combined with state of the art patterns, hybrid silicas, new mixing techniques, then these tyres can run to much lower remaining tread depths without impacting performance negatively on mileage.
[1] Based on Bridgestone internal data comparing Bridgestone premium summer tyres with and without ENLITEN Technology in the same tyre size (92Y 225/40R18 XL).