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You could easily switch to a high (but not quite extreme) performance tire like Continental ExtremeContact DW in the stock 245/35R21 size, which would run you only a little over $1000/set for a much better cost per mile without compromising performance to a high degree.

Or you could switch (maybe another Tesla owner would trade) down to a rim size with a more reasonable sidewall profile. I frankly don't understand the trend towards lower and lower profiles for street cars. The improved cornering characteristics are offset by the substantially harsher ride and propensity towards rim damage, and on the performance Tesla I believe even 19" wheels will easily clear the brakes.



I highly recommend Continental's ExtremeContacts. I'm on my second pair on my 5 series* and I think my dad has used them on multiple vehicles as well.

*My 530 isn't nearly as fast as the Model S, but it is a stick and I tend to drive in a spirited manner, yada yada yada...


Seconded. I had these on both of my 5 series and they were great.


I fully agree, especially on an SUV or truck low profile tires are a joke. The Ride on most Sport SUVs is stiffened up already to try to correct for the higher center of gravity.




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