Tesla-Designed Tires
Tesla works with the top global tire manufacturers to help engineer and design tires that integrate seamlessly with Tesla vehicles’ advanced electric vehicle drivetrains. Our trusted manufacturers include Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear, Hankook, Kumho, Michelin and Pirelli.
Tesla-designed tires are marked with a T mark, T0 as the first version. Subsequent updates to incorporate new tuning or technology will be marked with T1, T2 and so on. Tesla-designed tires are designed to optimize performance, safety, comfort and range.
Note: All tires sold directly by Tesla meet the safety and performance standards for Tesla vehicles.
We offer two categories of tires to suit your needs: Tesla-designed tires and Tesla-approved tires. Tesla-designed tires are engineered by Tesla in collaboration with leading tire manufacturers, ensuring seamless integration with Tesla vehicle performance, aerodynamics and software systems. Tesla-approved tires are aftermarket tires that are evaluated by Tesla for your vehicle model and offer excellent performance and overall value. Tesla-approved tires may not contain acoustic foam which could correlate up to a 10% increase in noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). Tesla-approved tires may also not contain the latest generation materials or be aerodynamically tuned for range as they are not designed by Tesla.
Tesla co-develops tires for each vehicle directly with manufacturers. Due to the number of variables that impact tire performance, we utilize virtual development iterations, which combine computer modeling and other tools and allow us to evaluate potential tire designs before actually producing the tires. This development process allows us to tune our Tesla-designed tires to deliver optimal levels of range efficiency, ride comfort, handling and noise reduction.
Performance and Safety
Tesla-designed tires utilize advanced rubber compounding technology that delivers optimal levels of traction, handling and braking in both dry and wet environments. These tires are rigorously tested to meet Tesla's safety standards, ensuring reliable performance under extreme conditions such as high speeds or adverse weather. Additionally, their precise engineering enhances vehicle dynamics, providing superior grip during acceleration and cornering while maintaining low rolling resistance for extended range.
Range
To maximize range, we work with leading tire manufacturers to integrate advanced materials and optimize the shape of our tires for minimal aerodynamic drag. Additionally, Tesla-designed tires are built to support both the high-torque acceleration and regenerative deceleration technology of our vehicles. By selecting Tesla-designed tires and properly maintaining them, you can realize up to a 10% gain in range on average compared to aftermarket tires since our designed tires are tuned for maximum low rolling resistance.
Driving Comfort
Tesla deploys the use of acoustic foam and optimized tread patterns in our Tesla-designed tires, which helps dampen road noise, delivering a quiet and smooth ride.
The cross section of a tire with acoustic foam
Acoustic foam in the tires reduces road noise by 6 decibels (dB) at 200 Hz. For reference, a 3 dB increase would make noise twice as loud, so cutting 6 dB makes the cabin noticeably quieter. This means music and conversations in your Tesla vehicle sound clearer, with significantly less road noise compared to tires without acoustic foam.
Your vehicle’s originally equipped tires depend on the vehicle model and market region. Know the capabilities of your vehicle’s tires and whether they are suited for summer, all-season or winter driving.
All-Season Tires
All-season tires are designed to work across the widest range of conditions and offer good traction and comfort in moderate climates. While all-season tires are designed to provide adequate traction in most conditions year-round, they may not provide the same level of traction as winter tires in snowy or icy conditions. All-season tires can be identified by ‘ALL SEASON’ or ‘M+S’ (mud and snow) on the tire sidewall.
Winter Tires
Winter tires are designed with rubber compounds that retain flexibility in cold weather environments. Winter tires are designed with deeper tread blocks and siping, the small slits on your tire’s surface, which improves the tire’s grip and traction on snowy or icy surfaces. For the optimal winter driving experience, we recommend switching to winter tires once the temperature is consistently at or below 45˚F.
Winter wheel and tire packages are available from the Tesla Shop.
Summer Tires
Summer tires offer the best traction in warmer weather, especially for performance vehicles at higher speeds. Summer tires have reduced traction capabilities below 45˚F, and for safety reasons, should not be driven on snow, ice or when ambient temperatures are below 32˚F.
Tire Center
The Tire Center in the Tesla app is a convenient way for you to purchase individual tires or full sets of Tesla-designed or Tesla-approved tires for your vehicle. By answering a few questions about your current tires and wheels, you’ll receive personalized tire recommendations, including the manufacturer, size and key details about the tire’s features. Once you select your preferred option, you can seamlessly schedule a service visit to have the tires installed at a Tesla Service Center. To purchase tires from the Tire Center, follow these steps:
- Open the Tesla app.
- Tap ‘Service’ > ‘Tire Center.’
- Tap ‘Full Set’ or ‘Select Individual Tires.’
- Complete the remaining prompts, select your tires and schedule your service visit to have them installed.
You can also purchase wheel and tire packages from the Tesla Shop.
Tires naturally change over time from the effects of ultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, high loads and environmental conditions. To maximize each tire’s tread life, rotating them spreads the wear evenly across all four tires. Always follow the recommended Tesla tire rotation schedule. You can also see when your vehicle’s next tire rotation is due by tapping ‘Controls’ > ’Service’ > ‘Maintenance’ from your vehicle’s touchscreen.
Learn more about tire repair and maintenance, including tire pressure and warranty coverage.
Protecting Your Wheels and Tires
The Wheel and Tire Protection Plan covers tire and wheel repairs and replacements caused by typical road hazards. Plan sold separately and is currently available in the U.S. only.
Replacing Tires
When you need to replace your tires, we recommend replacing them with our designed tires as they are developed to reduce road noise and optimize handling, comfort and range.
When needed, your vehicle will detect uneven tire wear and inform you from your vehicle’s touchscreen when inspection or service is needed. You can schedule a service visit to replace your vehicle’s tires from the Tesla app.