Buy 3 get 1 free on Hankook EV tyres range redeemable at any “JAX Tyres & Auto” store locations. The offer will be valid until 31st December 2024 exclusive to your audience and all they have to do is quote your show video to redeem.
A lot of research has been done on bicycle tires over the years. We used to think that skinny high pressure tires had less rolling resistance. However, the actual testing showed that rolling resistance depends mostly on how stiff the sidewalls are. Energy is wasted by flexing sidewalls. Increasing tire pressure does reduce flexing, but stronger sidewalls also work. High pressure tires cause a rough ride. Skinny tires have poor traction. The best solution is strong sidewalls.
@@jgarbo3541 what part do you disagree about? Most pro cyclists are running larger tyres with lower pressures than 20 years ago. , but what do pro cyclists know about cycling.
They aren't very grippy but they are very quiet. The 600+HP Tesla model S will score me at least one set for free as they have absolutely no chance in hell of surviving 2200kgs 1000nm and 440kW for 70,000kms ....thanks Hankook!
That is a Great deal, I purchased these Hankook EV tires last year for my 2019 Model X and LOVE them. Very quiet, great grip in wet and I think they handle better than the original tires the car came with. I looked for some kind of coupon for any discount and there was none, buy these if you need new tires for your EV!! Thanks Sam for this video
My nissan env200 came with Dunlop EV tyres as standard, so far they have been good for 60000 Kms. They do cost more than a 'standard' tyre though, so over the next year I'll need to see what I go with, thanks for the heads-up on this new model 👍🏻
Hankook know their stuff, The semi-slicks are exceptional for the price. The Tesla M3P comes with Tesla specific Pirelli Pzeros, so far I can’t fault them even on the track, although I haven’t pushed them as hard as semi’s or slicks.
The interview noise isolation is criminal bro!! We can barely hear anything. Shot on a iphone 3? Teasing aside...love your videos & information. Keep em coming bro.
I put the IONs on my 2020 Model 3 Performance when the old ones were just plain worn out. Best move ever! The car is so much quieter than the stock tires. They’re probably not the best for the track but I don’t track my M3P so…
I have been driving on the Hankook EV tires for over 20,000. While they are good tires, and EV specific tires make sense for the reason mentioned in the video, don't expect a huge jump in range. I may be getting 1 or 2 percent better than the non-EV specific tires I had on previously, but not any more than that. They are good tires though, quiet and smooth-riding with good handling characteristics. I don't drive like I'm running a race, so can't comment on grip under extreme cornering. I'm guessing if that is what you are looking for, you should get performance tires.
Great video! I'm in the market for these exact tires in my city of London, Ontario, Canada. Getting them installed in the spring (have my winter tires on now) as the ties my Tesla came with wore out in about 37Km. However, they are way more than 10-15% more. They are about 60-70% more, in my location anyway. Still cheaper in the long run though, and you get a way better tire.
If you look at the range for the Tesla Model 3 with the larger wheels, it is lower than the smaller wheel. The only difference is the wheel. We put better traction in rain tires on our Bolt, full charge range dropped from 250 miles to 220 miles.
I've been using Hankook iON EV tyres on my Model S since summer 2023 and they are exactly as they claim, great grip and handling, a noticeable improvement in efficiency and noticeably quieter. I recommend them unreservedly. I've just fit a set of the Hankook FlexClimate all season tyres on a spare set of 19" wheels, as I'm heading for southern Italy from the UK next week. It will be interesting to see how they perform compared to the summer tyres.
According to most reviews, these will increase range and be quieter than the Michelin Primacy EV, but according to the Hankook employee, the 75000km warranty will only be honoured if you rotate AND balance the tires every 10000km. So on top of the 15 to 20% higher purchase cost, you will have to spend a lot of money post purchase if you expect to claim any warranty.
The more I learn, the more impressed I am with Tesla. They probably deserve credit for causing this leap in tire technology. Our 2024 model 3 is a pleasure to drive and the tires are noticably better than any I've owned in the past 50 years. Not planning on driving our RWD car on ice, too many hills around here, probably wouldn't go well.
@@jerrybowen2869 what model Hancock tyre are you using man? GT, evo, ST? Im looking at the all season Flexclimate to replace CC2’s … CC2’s are vgood on hills in the winter 🥶 😌
Also dude i took my m3sr+ down a snowy/icey track other day was pleasantly surprised by the traction and ability to not let tye back end go. Admittedly i tried and failed. Ive got all season tyre set on but even the in old cars i could get a little unhinged when i wanted but no, tesla said no :( … probably for the best 😂 Cant wait for some proper cold weather to test this out in the lakes at my usual hiking spots :)
@ftb2772 Hankook Ventus S1 AS. 235/45R18 I have to compliment Tesla. The wide tires and the improved suspension appear to have been tuned to minimize or dampen vibration, rattling, noise, etc. Don't know how much of the credit goes to the tires, has to be some.
My Model Y came with Hankook EV tyres from the factory, plenty of tread left after 21000 miles, they will be replaced with their all season version as we need those here in the UK.
Larger diameter tires may glide over potholes better than smaller tires. The accepted trade-off seen in motorcycles is a reduction in steering quickness and an increase in rough road tolerance with larger diameter tires.
I'm not having any issues using regular tires on my EVs. In fact the same make model and size tire lasted a third more miles on my Tesla Model 3 than they did on my Cadillac ATS. The only difference was the PSI. Tesla requires 42 psi and the Cadillac 36 psi.
Got 32 k miles from my Michelin tires on my 2018 m3 Got cheap and bought sumitomo tires which were non EV They were super noisy but lasted 60 k and would probably lated another 20k when the car was totalled Got a highland with Michelin tires now which are super quiet and designed for the car Supposed to get 50k So Sam I will always get EV specific tires Keep eye on tire pressure and rotate them They are pricey but I think that the price would be worth it
Sam. I really hope you get the benefit from these tyres. I’ve done all the right things with mine over the past 6 months and I find the grip is really lacking. In a straight line they spin and loose contact both with acceleration and braking. I have the ION EV tyre on a Volvo T8 PHEV. They are quiet, probably will last 70k km and maybe I get increased range, but I’m going to scrap mine because I think they are dangerous. I look forward to seeing your thoughts but please be safe.
I would look for Tesla to use those new airless tires on the Robo-Taxi. Getting a flat in a FSD car with no steering wheel would be a huge PITA! Those Hankook tires look nice. I need a tire that lasts 80,000+ miles. I drive my Tesla model 3 for work about 45,000 miles per year and don't want to have to buy tires every 12 months.
A 70,000 km warranty on tyres sounds great but as with any warranty, check the fine fine print. Tyre service every 10,000km or 6 months (whichever come earlier), with tyre rotation, wheel balancing and alignment, checking for appropriate tyre pressure. I don't do that much driving, averaging less than 10,000 km/yr so I am assuming these tyres should last me 8-9 years for my Tesla Model Y. For my circumstances, if I were to do a tyre service every 6 months, that could be potentially 16-18 tyre services over that period to meet warranty conditions. I suspect that the cost of all of these tyre services would be considerably more expensive than the cost of replacing a new set of tyres prematurely. The Tesla comes standard with Hankook Ion tyres but note that the Hankook warranty does not cover OEM tyres. Tesla recommends tyre rotation every 10,000km and I will follow that. I am also diligent with maintaining recommended tyre pressure. However, with my previous cars, I usually only do a wheel balance and alignment when tyres need replacing.
I got 90,000 miles from my original dealer fitted Michelins on my 2017 Tahoe. Just changed mine in 2024 after 7 years. Dealers will try to get you to replace them after 50k miles, no matter the wear. I just ignore them.
Hi Sam. I’m getting 4 new Hankook Ev Ion FlexClimate 19” tyres on our Polestar 2 at the weekend. They should be better for all season driving here in the wet UK as my present Michelins sometimes lose grip in the wet at roundabouts as it is RWD. Many commentators are saying the same as yourself as Hankook seem to be outsmarting the competition.
Had them on my Atto3 for 30k/km and the driving range dropped from the Atlas tyres. They will not do 75k/km. All hype and I will be getting Michelen tyres next
If I heard correctly, the Hankook rep says you have to balance the tyres every 10,000km... is that to keep the warranty intact! No thanks! Personally, I have tyres balanced when they're fitted new and never look back. I've driven a now high mileage 2021 62kWh Leaf Tekna from new. It's front wheel drive. The original Michelin energy saving tyres lasted 25,000 miles on the front. The tyre warranty was 65,000 miles. Warranty issue... You can't rotate the rims to the back due to the TPMS on the vehicle! You also can't repair the tyres! I'm guessing these Hankook will be the same story. I looked into EV specific tyres when it came to change them. Decided they were an unecessary waste of money. I had mid value Dynamo Street-H 91V fitted for £68ea instead of the Michelin £178ea. I now have them on all rims. They also lasted 25,000miles and I drive a little more aggressively than when the car was new. Got to love the acceration of an EV! I will be purchasing them again. The specs are similar. The speed and load rating are more than adequate for an EV with a top speed of under 100mph. 70mph is afterall the legal limit on the UK motorway. I have noticed no difference in range or noise. My Leaf is pretty silent. I can only hear that nice EV whir. More importantly, no difference in handling, stopping, wet weather. In fact, for such a heavy car, it stops better than any other car I have previously owned. That still amazes me. They also wear nice and evenly across tread. I just priced these Hankook tyres. They can keep them! Even if they do 'claim' nearly double the mileage and a marginally increased range. They are over double the price. It only takes a screw to burst that claim. It makes more sense to have fresh rubber! Want to increase range a little. Just inflate your tyres more. I run at 39psi. The manufacturer recommendation is 36psi.
I've bought one set for my BYD Song plus EV. The ride is good, but the car itself is very smooth and I've got 55 profile instead of standard which is 50
Not if the EV car is heavier than the ICE target car envisioned during its development. Used on a lighter ICE car, though, the stiffer sidewall WILL make the ride harsher.
Most likely yes. Interestingly I found over inflation to extend mileage on my tires. Tesla also figured this out and increased their inflation pressures by ~5psi. This has the effect of making the tires/ sidewalls more stiff. Also makes the ride harsher as you mentioned. May also decrease traction but in an AWD car the grip is pretty solid…
... And less grip. Which may be fine for most people but why have a fast car with low grip? Longer rang battery cars are much heavier that similar ICE cars. So EV Tyres will always have to make a greater compromise between Grip, Economy, Noise and Longevity.
@ Sry about that, it’s just that this is very abnormally low mileage, bafflingly so… My wife’s leaf is over 10k miles and the tires look fine. Can you elaborate on just how these tires are wearing out? Is it just on the edges (could be under inflated) or in the middle of the tread (over inflated). I’m genuinely curious and would like help you get to the bottom of this…
I won't need tyres for quite a while so not interested in changing now. Out of interest I had a look at these new tyres and Jax were quoting about $350 each. That's about $100 more than the Continental EV tyres. How come?
How can you not know about EV tires? In the US they are standard for most BEVs, especially the more premium ones. The weight difference between an ICE vehicle alone makes it essential...and you need to rotate, and replace after inspection as needed more frequently, regardles of the gurantee.
Also, larger tires and wheels, while they do massively degrade range, do improve ground clearance and performance in deep snow....also for avoiding FOD or road debris that might impact the EVs undercarriage. Range isn't everything, especially when charging at home.
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When I had to replace my tires on EV6 I wanted Hankook tires. But I could not get confirmation that they would work with my KIA tire repair kit. So I had to buy Kumho again. I know the Hankook had that foam in the middle to make them quieter and wondered how that would work with the goo in the repair kit. Would a hole still be patched? Tire makers need to declare compatibility with those kits for their own sales.
Can you tell me if your G6 do regenerative breaking under cruise control or does it use the disk breaks. Also how did you insure your car I have ring ing around and they say they have no spare parts to fix the car and they won't insure it?
BTW, another "made for EV" tire is the Saulin ERange tire. It claims good performance, efficiency, etc., but I have yet to see any independent reviews of this tire. (If someone knows about one, please let me know!)
This tire is not available in all sizes (does not fit my car :((....) It is XL load rated, so it is designed for heavier cars, like EVs. Tire Rack tested it and found it performed well in most categories (including efficiency), except wet braking. I believe Continental ProContact RX is an EV tire with input from Tesla, and it also gets good ratings, though it also is available in limited sizes. Again. :((
Stopping distance. With the smaller amount of surface area on the road, what are the results of the comparative stopping distance…. kind of important. 🤨
Hi Sam. I rang Jax Tyres in Townsville and asked them about this offer. They told me they didn't know anything about it and wouldn't honour it. EDIT: spoke to Hankook and they said Jax aren't in on the deal and to go to Bridgestone. Then they told me that the 18" tyre for the Model 3 RWD isn't part of the promotion anyway
Having less tyre in contact with the road doesn't make sense as it would quickly wear flat anyway. I think you have it wrong way around. Hankook claim their tyre has more even tyre contact pressure across the tyre width compared to non-EV tyres. See this Hankook promo th-cam.com/video/UL9gVflLrFw/w-d-xo.html
LoL. Sellout Sam is back hawking some BS Tires that are priced 3 times higher because they include the letters EV in the model name Sam, looks like you've seriously chosen the dark side. So I won't be following you anymore
EV-specific tires are a scam as ALL tires should help in increasing efficiency and safety. Only some EV's are slightly heavier than ICE equivalents, the facts are easy to find.
Scamy but not exactly a scam, I would say. 'EV tyres' are just more technically advanced tyres being pushed as a market segmentation driver. Make more money on sales of these tyres to EV owners without having to upgrade the production lines used for lesser tyres. Upgrading tyre production in general and offering these tyres to everyone (for all cars not just EVs) with the pricing advantage that comes from high volume shipments would be the right thing to do and the sound business approach from a long term perspective but as short term profits mostly win out we just get the market segmentation gains. In the vlog, Sam, in a conversation with a Hankook guy, probably having already flipped through the marketing materials (that shape consumer reception of the tyre in a way that is consistent with a sort term profits favouring market segmentation strategy), gushes with enthusiasm about this new tyre. But, what the Hankook guys says (except when he is letting Sam believe whatever it is that he wants to believe, based on the 'informed' impression he gained from the advertising materials) is that the efficiency - range extension is the relevant criterion here - of the tyre comes down to a) the rubber compound and importantly b) heat dissipation/management of heat during use. That is substantially at odds to the marketing story and if Hankook has made advances in those areas kudos to them. But, they should stop issuing the rubbish marketing materials, though. Note: Sam's attempt to praise these tyres for their special powers goes as far as crediting Hankook for reducing rolling resistance by reducing the amount of rubber in contact with the ground. That is despite the fact that these tyres are observably similar to all modern all weather tyres with the water clearance channels etc. Besides, rolling resistance is most closely related to tyre compound. Beyond that, though, I know of no one who is suggesting that a proper multi-factorial analysis of rolling resistance will single out minimisation of the area of the contact patch as being the right solution to realistically deal with rolling resistance. If memory serves, larger wheels (tread to tread diameter) on a high quality road or track surface also lowers rolling resistance by a smidgen (all other things being equal). And, yet, there are very good reasons that today's automobile wheels no longer have the proportions of the wheels of horse drawn carriages. In the abstract one might be tempted to say that carriage wheels (using light construction and tyres that benefit from advanced rubber compounds) are just a bit better where rolling resistance is concerned but then you realise you are daydreaming and get on with some actual work.
Sam. I really hope you get the benefit from these tyres. I’ve done all the right things with mine over the past 6 months and I find the grip is really lacking. In a straight line they spin and loose contact both with acceleration and braking. I have the ION EV tyre on a Volvo T8 PHEV. They are quiet, probably will last 70k km and maybe I get increased range, but I’m going to scrap mine because I think they are dangerous. I look forward to seeing your thoughts but please be safe.
Buy 3 get 1 free on Hankook EV tyres range redeemable at any “JAX Tyres & Auto” store locations. The offer will be valid until 31st December 2024 exclusive to your audience and all they have to do is quote your show video to redeem.
where is your referral/link?
A lot of research has been done on bicycle tires over the years. We used to think that skinny high pressure tires had less rolling resistance. However, the actual testing showed that rolling resistance depends mostly on how stiff the sidewalls are. Energy is wasted by flexing sidewalls. Increasing tire pressure does reduce flexing, but stronger sidewalls also work. High pressure tires cause a rough ride. Skinny tires have poor traction. The best solution is strong sidewalls.
Michelin would disagree, but what do they know about tyres?
@@jgarbo3541 what part do you disagree about? Most pro cyclists are running larger tyres with lower pressures than 20 years ago. , but what do pro cyclists know about cycling.
They aren't very grippy but they are very quiet.
The 600+HP Tesla model S will score me at least one set for free as they have absolutely no chance in hell of surviving 2200kgs 1000nm and 440kW for 70,000kms ....thanks Hankook!
That is a Great deal, I purchased these Hankook EV tires last year for my 2019 Model X and LOVE them. Very quiet, great grip in wet and I think they handle better than the original tires the car came with. I looked for some kind of coupon for any discount and there was none, buy these if you need new tires for your EV!! Thanks Sam for this video
Good news i have 2020 x and ohhh i barely get 250 miles even though i have no ac heat running .
Thanks Sam
Thanks for the paid content
Where is the link/referral? I can't find it.
My nissan env200 came with Dunlop EV tyres as standard, so far they have been good for 60000 Kms. They do cost more than a 'standard' tyre though, so over the next year I'll need to see what I go with, thanks for the heads-up on this new model 👍🏻
i have had hankook snows for years ago ...they were great
Hankook know their stuff, The semi-slicks are exceptional for the price. The Tesla M3P comes with Tesla specific Pirelli Pzeros, so far I can’t fault them even on the track, although I haven’t pushed them as hard as semi’s or slicks.
Please test for cornering control and grip, and see if stop distances change with the special tires.
The interview noise isolation is criminal bro!!
We can barely hear anything. Shot on a iphone 3?
Teasing aside...love your videos & information. Keep em coming bro.
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I put the IONs on my 2020 Model 3 Performance when the old ones were just plain worn out. Best move ever! The car is so much quieter than the stock tires. They’re probably not the best for the track but I don’t track my M3P so…
I have been driving on the Hankook EV tires for over 20,000. While they are good tires, and EV specific tires make sense for the reason mentioned in the video, don't expect a huge jump in range. I may be getting 1 or 2 percent better than the non-EV specific tires I had on previously, but not any more than that. They are good tires though, quiet and smooth-riding with good handling characteristics. I don't drive like I'm running a race, so can't comment on grip under extreme cornering. I'm guessing if that is what you are looking for, you should get performance tires.
Great video! I'm in the market for these exact tires in my city of London, Ontario, Canada. Getting them installed in the spring (have my winter tires on now) as the ties my Tesla came with wore out in about 37Km. However, they are way more than 10-15% more. They are about 60-70% more, in my location anyway. Still cheaper in the long run though, and you get a way better tire.
If you look at the range for the Tesla Model 3 with the larger wheels, it is lower than the smaller wheel. The only difference is the wheel.
We put better traction in rain tires on our Bolt, full charge range dropped from 250 miles to 220 miles.
I've been using Hankook iON EV tyres on my Model S since summer 2023 and they are exactly as they claim, great grip and handling, a noticeable improvement in efficiency and noticeably quieter. I recommend them unreservedly. I've just fit a set of the Hankook FlexClimate all season tyres on a spare set of 19" wheels, as I'm heading for southern Italy from the UK next week. It will be interesting to see how they perform compared to the summer tyres.
According to most reviews, these will increase range and be quieter than the Michelin Primacy EV, but according to the Hankook employee, the 75000km warranty will only be honoured if you rotate AND balance the tires every 10000km. So on top of the 15 to 20% higher purchase cost, you will have to spend a lot of money post purchase if you expect to claim any warranty.
3 for 1 is not always a good deal but is always a good sales tactic…
Especially if you only need two...
Depends on the weight and power of your EV. My 2019 Ioniq EV is no heavier nor more powerful so i run regular tires.
The more I learn, the more impressed I am with Tesla. They probably deserve credit for causing this leap in tire technology. Our 2024 model 3 is a pleasure to drive and the tires are noticably better than any I've owned in the past 50 years. Not planning on driving our RWD car on ice, too many hills around here, probably wouldn't go well.
What kind of tires?
@@jerrybowen2869 what model Hancock tyre are you using man? GT, evo, ST?
Im looking at the all season Flexclimate to replace CC2’s … CC2’s are vgood on hills in the winter 🥶 😌
Also dude i took my m3sr+ down a snowy/icey track other day was pleasantly surprised by the traction and ability to not let tye back end go. Admittedly i tried and failed. Ive got all season tyre set on but even the in old cars i could get a little unhinged when i wanted but no, tesla said no :( … probably for the best 😂
Cant wait for some proper cold weather to test this out in the lakes at my usual hiking spots :)
@ftb2772 Hankook Ventus S1 AS. 235/45R18 I have to compliment Tesla. The wide tires and the improved suspension appear to have been tuned to minimize or dampen vibration, rattling, noise, etc. Don't know how much of the credit goes to the tires, has to be some.
The factory Hankooks on our Model 3 are looking to )ast about 80000km. Great all round tyre (these are the Evo3 versions)
Seems like a no brainer to buy them for your EV
Many advantages. I guess they would be beneficial to an ICE car too
My Model Y came with Hankook EV tyres from the factory, plenty of tread left after 21000 miles, they will be replaced with their all season version as we need those here in the UK.
Larger diameter tires may glide over potholes better than smaller tires.
The accepted trade-off seen in motorcycles is a reduction in steering quickness
and an increase in rough road tolerance with larger diameter tires.
21 inch has a benefit of shorter breaking distance which for heavy EVs can be important.
I'm not having any issues using regular tires on my EVs. In fact the same make model and size tire lasted a third more miles on my Tesla Model 3 than they did on my Cadillac ATS. The only difference was the PSI. Tesla requires 42 psi and the Cadillac 36 psi.
Been talking about EV tires for the last 5 years.
Got 32 k miles from my Michelin tires on my 2018 m3
Got cheap and bought sumitomo tires which were non EV
They were super noisy but lasted 60 k and would probably lated another 20k when the car was totalled
Got a highland with Michelin tires now which are super quiet and designed for the car
Supposed to get 50k
So Sam I will always get EV specific tires
Keep eye on tire pressure and rotate them
They are pricey but I think that the price would be worth it
Totaled the car, those Sumitomo tires proved themselves to be very expensive.
@magnuslarsson337 it wasn't the tires it was a semi
Alaska uses winter tires for ice intersections , in summer changing tires .
Game changer
Sam. I really hope you get the benefit from these tyres. I’ve done all the right things with mine over the past 6 months and I find the grip is really lacking. In a straight line they spin and loose contact both with acceleration and braking. I have the ION EV tyre on a Volvo T8 PHEV. They are quiet, probably will last 70k km and maybe I get increased range, but I’m going to scrap mine because I think they are dangerous. I look forward to seeing your thoughts but please be safe.
I’m not exaggerating. I had to replace my tires on my model Y after just 15,000 miles. I will definitely buy these tires next time.
This is Hancook marketing. Do your own research.
@@hardi.howdy.983they do work I have some hankooks on my model s definitely last longer and increase range slightly at low speed.
I would look for Tesla to use those new airless tires on the Robo-Taxi. Getting a flat in a FSD car with no steering wheel would be a huge PITA! Those Hankook tires look nice. I need a tire that lasts 80,000+ miles. I drive my Tesla model 3 for work about 45,000 miles per year and don't want to have to buy tires every 12 months.
A 70,000 km warranty on tyres sounds great but as with any warranty, check the fine fine print. Tyre service every 10,000km or 6 months (whichever come earlier), with tyre rotation, wheel balancing and alignment, checking for appropriate tyre pressure. I don't do that much driving, averaging less than 10,000 km/yr so I am assuming these tyres should last me 8-9 years for my Tesla Model Y.
For my circumstances, if I were to do a tyre service every 6 months, that could be potentially 16-18 tyre services over that period to meet warranty conditions. I suspect that the cost of all of these tyre services would be considerably more expensive than the cost of replacing a new set of tyres prematurely. The Tesla comes standard with Hankook Ion tyres but note that the Hankook warranty does not cover OEM tyres. Tesla recommends tyre rotation every 10,000km and I will follow that. I am also diligent with maintaining recommended tyre pressure. However, with my previous cars, I usually only do a wheel balance and alignment when tyres need replacing.
Standard equipment on the Taycan now!
Currently using CC2’s on my M3sr+ but looking for Hankook all season for my next set.
Enzo Tyres, forget the rest!!
I got 90,000 miles from my original dealer fitted Michelins on my 2017 Tahoe. Just changed mine in 2024 after 7 years. Dealers will try to get you to replace them after 50k miles, no matter the wear. I just ignore them.
They are good for range , noise reduction , and 45 k miles ok )))
Tesla comes equipped with Hankook
The only reason I would be interested in larger tires (tyres) is clearance, I can use the extra clearance.
Hankooks are OEM on many Teslas. I'm not sure they are the absolute best, but they should be good value for the money or Tesla wouldn't buy them.
Hi Sam. I’m getting 4 new Hankook Ev Ion FlexClimate 19” tyres on our Polestar 2 at the weekend. They should be better for all season driving here in the wet UK as my present Michelins sometimes lose grip in the wet at roundabouts as it is RWD. Many commentators are saying the same as yourself as Hankook seem to be outsmarting the competition.
Had them on my Atto3 for 30k/km and the driving range dropped from the Atlas tyres. They will not do 75k/km. All hype and I will be getting Michelen tyres next
If I heard correctly, the Hankook rep says you have to balance the tyres every 10,000km... is that to keep the warranty intact! No thanks! Personally, I have tyres balanced when they're fitted new and never look back.
I've driven a now high mileage 2021 62kWh Leaf Tekna from new. It's front wheel drive.
The original Michelin energy saving tyres lasted 25,000 miles on the front.
The tyre warranty was 65,000 miles. Warranty issue... You can't rotate the rims to the back due to the TPMS on the vehicle! You also can't repair the tyres! I'm guessing these Hankook will be the same story.
I looked into EV specific tyres when it came to change them. Decided they were an unecessary waste of money.
I had mid value Dynamo Street-H 91V fitted for £68ea instead of the Michelin £178ea. I now have them on all rims. They also lasted 25,000miles and I drive a little more aggressively than when the car was new. Got to love the acceration of an EV! I will be purchasing them again. The specs are similar. The speed and load rating are more than adequate for an EV with a top speed of under 100mph. 70mph is afterall the legal limit on the UK motorway.
I have noticed no difference in range or noise. My Leaf is pretty silent. I can only hear that nice EV whir. More importantly, no difference in handling, stopping, wet weather. In fact, for such a heavy car, it stops better than any other car I have previously owned. That still amazes me. They also wear nice and evenly across tread.
I just priced these Hankook tyres. They can keep them! Even if they do 'claim' nearly double the mileage and a marginally increased range. They are over double the price. It only takes a screw to burst that claim.
It makes more sense to have fresh rubber!
Want to increase range a little. Just inflate your tyres more. I run at 39psi. The manufacturer recommendation is 36psi.
When you test it will be hard to make sure the pressure is the same on all cases.
Its weird that bigger wheels are always specified.
The words are probably guaranteed up to...
A stiff sidewall will make the ride harsh like runflat tires
I've bought one set for my BYD Song plus EV. The ride is good, but the car itself is very smooth and I've got 55 profile instead of standard which is 50
Not if the EV car is heavier than the ICE target car envisioned during its development.
Used on a lighter ICE car, though, the stiffer sidewall WILL make the ride harsher.
Most likely yes.
Interestingly I found over inflation to extend mileage on my tires. Tesla also figured this out and increased their inflation pressures by ~5psi. This has the effect of making the tires/ sidewalls more stiff. Also makes the ride harsher as you mentioned.
May also decrease traction but in an AWD car the grip is pretty solid…
... And less grip.
Which may be fine for most people but why have a fast car with low grip?
Longer rang battery cars are much heavier that similar ICE cars.
So EV Tyres will always have to make a greater compromise between Grip, Economy, Noise and Longevity.
have you done a review on the xping yet?
Are these Hankook tires all season? How are they in snow?
Amazing 50k miles guaranteed! I get about 5k from front tyres on my EV.
Omg! Are you doing burnouts?
I got 50k out of my non-EV specific ContiPro Contact tires that came on my model 3
I’m not doing burnouts, it’s a leaf, I’ve been very disappointed with the high tyre wear. Most of my driving is around town.
Which model u using?@@jsanders100
@ Sry about that, it’s just that this is very abnormally low mileage, bafflingly so… My wife’s leaf is over 10k miles and the tires look fine.
Can you elaborate on just how these tires are wearing out? Is it just on the edges (could be under inflated) or in the middle of the tread (over inflated). I’m genuinely curious and would like help you get to the bottom of this…
You think a new EV would come with specific EV Tyres ?
I won't need tyres for quite a while so not interested in changing now. Out of interest I had a look at these new tyres and Jax were quoting about $350 each. That's about $100 more than the Continental EV tyres. How come?
How can you not know about EV tires? In the US they are standard for most BEVs, especially the more premium ones. The weight difference between an ICE vehicle alone makes it essential...and you need to rotate, and replace after inspection as needed more frequently, regardles of the gurantee.
Also, larger tires and wheels, while they do massively degrade range, do improve ground clearance and performance in deep snow....also for avoiding FOD or road debris that might impact the EVs undercarriage.
Range isn't everything, especially when charging at home.
Over the past three decades, China has built more than 1,000 coal-fired power plants as its economy has grown more than 40-fold. The country has become by far the largest annual emitter of greenhouse gases in the world. Last year, China for the first time passed Europe as the second-largest historical emitter
When I had to replace my tires on EV6 I wanted Hankook tires. But I could not get confirmation that they would work with my KIA tire repair kit.
So I had to buy Kumho again.
I know the Hankook had that foam in the middle to make them quieter and wondered how that would work with the goo in the repair kit.
Would a hole still be patched?
Tire makers need to declare compatibility with those kits for their own sales.
Most tire technicians would perfer you don’t use the goo as it works poorly and makes a hell of a mess in the tire. Better to just put air in
How about breaking with less tread contacting the road?
Stiffer sidewalls more bumps?
Would love to buy some for my Atto 3, but they don't do our tyre size 😒😒.
Will they work the same on a hybrid?
Can you tell me if your G6 do regenerative breaking under cruise control or does it use the disk breaks. Also how did you insure your car I have ring ing around and they say they have no spare parts to fix the car and they won't insure it?
Are these directional tyres?
Why don't the manufacturers supply EV tires with the car?? Harder side walls > so what happens to the ride quality? worse?
BTW, another "made for EV" tire is the Saulin ERange tire. It claims good performance, efficiency, etc., but I have yet to see any independent reviews of this tire. (If someone knows about one, please let me know!)
Should have compared other EV tires
My Pirelli are much quieter than Hancock or South K tires.and last 80k
This tire is not available in all sizes (does not fit my car :((....) It is XL load rated, so it is designed for heavier cars, like EVs. Tire Rack tested it and found it performed well in most categories (including efficiency), except wet braking. I believe Continental ProContact RX is an EV tire with input from Tesla, and it also gets good ratings, though it also is available in limited sizes. Again. :((
Check the Hankook Ion EVO AS SUV tires
@@GraysonA I did. They don't make it in a 215/55/17 size.
@@superbear617 aww that sucks
I want airless tires for my cybertruck
So, why not put that tire on an ICE car too?
Stopping distance. With the smaller amount of surface area on the road, what are the results of the comparative stopping distance…. kind of important. 🤨
It doesn't matter if you get one "free". That is an insulting smoke and mirrors sales gimmick. What matters is the total cost to buy 4 tires.
I was very unhappy with Graham Hancock
I heard from a friend that EV tires with foam inside can't be fixed if you get a nail puncture in the middle of the tread. Is this true?
Hi Sam. I rang Jax Tyres in Townsville and asked them about this offer. They told me they didn't know anything about it and wouldn't honour it. EDIT: spoke to Hankook and they said Jax aren't in on the deal and to go to Bridgestone. Then they told me that the 18" tyre for the Model 3 RWD isn't part of the promotion anyway
Micheline is still better
There are also the Silum tires from the 5th manufacturer of tires in China. The are available in the US, so do hankook.
Must be Sailun
@@ФёдорЛукин-у1оYeah aka EV Range
EV tires are crap as they get way lower mileage. Will never put that on my Tesla again!
You haven’t tested them and you’re making recommendations Seems like a money grab to me
You getting the news as he get it
So something it hasn’t been tested
So let see
Let’s reserve judgement till he tests them
An electric vehicle is twice as heavy as an ICE vehicle?
I thinl you'll find that a Tesla Model 3 is almost an identical weight to a BMW 3 Series.
B/S give some actual examples
yes, if you fill it with bricks
2x is false. Model three to top trim camry is about 400lbs more. About equal to the BMW mentioned above. No where near double
@@jsanders100 It was a question.
Sam, I watch 99% of your videos. In this one your microphone kit at the show lets you you down. Pls treat yourself to some new better kit.
Don’t fit BYD dolphin!
ev messiah🤦♂️🤣
anyone with a nissan leaf using these? 2018x model
Having less tyre in contact with the road doesn't make sense as it would quickly wear flat anyway. I think you have it wrong way around. Hankook claim their tyre has more even tyre contact pressure across the tyre width compared to non-EV tyres. See this Hankook promo th-cam.com/video/UL9gVflLrFw/w-d-xo.html
LoL. Sellout Sam is back hawking some BS Tires that are priced 3 times higher because they include the letters EV in the model name
Sam, looks like you've seriously chosen the dark side. So I won't be following you anymore
Becoming a paid shill?
EV-specific tires are a scam as ALL tires should help in increasing efficiency and safety. Only some EV's are slightly heavier than ICE equivalents, the facts are easy to find.
Except there clearly not 😂 fact.
Ev tyres also have a sound absorption band of foam on the inside.
Scamy but not exactly a scam, I would say. 'EV tyres' are just more technically advanced tyres being pushed as a market segmentation driver. Make more money on sales of these tyres to EV owners without having to upgrade the production lines used for lesser tyres. Upgrading tyre production in general and offering these tyres to everyone (for all cars not just EVs) with the pricing advantage that comes from high volume shipments would be the right thing to do and the sound business approach from a long term perspective but as short term profits mostly win out we just get the market segmentation gains.
In the vlog, Sam, in a conversation with a Hankook guy, probably having already flipped through the marketing materials (that shape consumer reception of the tyre in a way that is consistent with a sort term profits favouring market segmentation strategy), gushes with enthusiasm about this new tyre. But, what the Hankook guys says (except when he is letting Sam believe whatever it is that he wants to believe, based on the 'informed' impression he gained from the advertising materials) is that the efficiency - range extension is the relevant criterion here - of the tyre comes down to a) the rubber compound and importantly b) heat dissipation/management of heat during use. That is substantially at odds to the marketing story and if Hankook has made advances in those areas kudos to them. But, they should stop issuing the rubbish marketing materials, though.
Note: Sam's attempt to praise these tyres for their special powers goes as far as crediting Hankook for reducing rolling resistance by reducing the amount of rubber in contact with the ground. That is despite the fact that these tyres are observably similar to all modern all weather tyres with the water clearance channels etc. Besides, rolling resistance is most closely related to tyre compound. Beyond that, though, I know of no one who is suggesting that a proper multi-factorial analysis of rolling resistance will single out minimisation of the area of the contact patch as being the right solution to realistically deal with rolling resistance.
If memory serves, larger wheels (tread to tread diameter) on a high quality road or track surface also lowers rolling resistance by a smidgen (all other things being equal). And, yet, there are very good reasons that today's automobile wheels no longer have the proportions of the wheels of horse drawn carriages. In the abstract one might be tempted to say that carriage wheels (using light construction and tyres that benefit from advanced rubber compounds) are just a bit better where rolling resistance is concerned but then you realise you are daydreaming and get on with some actual work.
Sam. I really hope you get the benefit from these tyres. I’ve done all the right things with mine over the past 6 months and I find the grip is really lacking. In a straight line they spin and loose contact both with acceleration and braking. I have the ION EV tyre on a Volvo T8 PHEV. They are quiet, probably will last 70k km and maybe I get increased range, but I’m going to scrap mine because I think they are dangerous. I look forward to seeing your thoughts but please be safe.