Yes — EVs wear tyres 20–30% faster than petrol equivalents because they're heavier and have huge instant torque. Specific EV-rated tyres last longer. Expect 18,000–25,000 miles vs 30,000+ on a petrol car.
EV tyre wear is the unspoken running cost. Here's why it happens and what to do.
Can I use regular tyres on my EV? — Yes, but they'll wear 20%+ faster and be noisier. False economy on anything you'll keep more than 2 years.
Why do my rear tyres wear so much faster? — Rear-wheel drive plus instant torque. Rotation every 6,000 miles is the fix.
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