Can I Put Electric Car Tyres On My Car?

If you’re driving around in a car with an engine (ICE, Internal Combustion Engine) then generally speak yes, it’s no problem at all - As long as they are the same size as to what’s on the vehicle.

Electric-specific tires are designed to cater to the unique characteristics of electric vehicles, such as their higher instant torque and heavier weight due to the battery packs. These tires often have low rolling resistance, which can help maximize the vehicle's range and efficiency. So, if anything, they should be helping to increase the range the MPG of the vehicle, but this is yet to be tested…

Another good thing about electric EV tyres is that they can often come in ‘Silent’ fitments. What does this mean?

With any object that is rolling, tyres emit noise. By having a foam inside of the tyre, this absorbs some of the noise generated ensuring the noise in the cabin of the vehicle is reduced.

The electric car market sort of appear from nowhere leaving tyre manufactures very little time to adapt. By creating EV specific tyres first, they could then focus on models that can cater for both the EV and ICE market. Continental is one of the first companies to state that all tyres they produce are compatible for both electric and combustion vehicles.

If you’re in need of new tyres for you electric, sports or work car, give us a call on 0333 444 5454 or head over to our site to browse and book at your preferred date and time!