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Search by tire size and filter results for “EV Optimized” - you’ll get more options than searching by vehicle. Refer to our Quick Tire Search Guide to ensure the tire you’d like to buy meets or exceeds your carmakers’ recommendations for speed rating and load index. Current rebates are displayed on the results page for applicable tires.

Quick Tire Search Guide

  • The speed rating is a letter indicating the maximum speed a tire can safely maintain over time under its recommended load capacity.

    EV Tech Note: Most modern electric vehicles require H, V, W, or Y speed ratings to handle instantaneous acceleration thresholds safely. Lower speed ratings possess softer tread formulations that flex or squirm under heavy torque loads.

    • Q: 160 km/h (99 mph) — Studless dedicated winter tires

    • R: 170 km/h (106 mph) — Heavy-duty light trucks / Commercial vans

    • S: 180 km/h (112 mph) — Standard passenger family sedans

    • T: 190 km/h (118 mph) — Standard entry touring cars & compact SUVs

    • U: 200 km/h (124 mph) — High-performance touring tires

    • H: 210 km/h (130 mph) — Sports sedans / Baseline EV crossover trims

    • V: 240 km/h (149 mph) — High-performance sport packages / Tesla trims

    • W: 270 km/h (168 mph) — Ultra-high-performance (UHP) sports cars & dual-motor variants

    • Y: 300 km/h (186 mph) — Exotic supercars / Track editions (e.g., Model S Plaid / Cyberbeast)

    • (Y): Above 300 km/h (Above 186 mph) — Custom/Bespoke flagship extreme performance racing tires

  • The load index is a numerical code that specifies the maximum weight a single tire can support when inflated to its maximum safe pressure limit.

    EV Tech Note: Because heavy battery arrays add structural weight, standard passenger car ratings are rarely sufficient. EVs rely on Extra Load (XL) or High Load (HL) ratings, typically targeting load index numbers from 95 through 115 to handle maximum gross axle weight capacities.

    • 85: Max 515 kg (1,135 lbs) — Subcompact gas vehicles

    • 90: Max 600 kg (1,323 lbs) — Compact passenger cars

    • 95: Max 690 kg (1,521 lbs) — Baseline EV size thresholds

    • 96: Max 710 kg (1,565 lbs) — Mid-size sedan options

    • 97: Max 730 kg (1,609 lbs) — Performance sport setups

    • 98: Max 750 kg (1,653 lbs) — Tesla Model 3 Base specification

    • 99: Max 775 kg (1,709 lbs) — Luxury electric sedans

    • 100: Max 800 kg (1,764 lbs) — Compact electric SUVs

    • 102: Max 850 kg (1,874 lbs) — Mid-size crossovers

    • 104: Max 900 kg (1,984 lbs) — Tesla Model Y Base specification

    • 106: Max 950 kg (2,094 lbs) — Performance electric SUVs

    • 108: Max 1,000 kg (2,205 lbs) — Full-size electric utility vehicles

    • 110: Max 1,060 kg (2,337 lbs) — Heavy luxury platforms

    • 115: Max 1,215 kg (2,679 lbs) — Tesla Cybertruck specification range

    • Treadwear (Relative Longevity Comparison)

      • 100: The baseline reference score. It represents the standard durability of the control tire used during testing.

      • 200 to 400: Standard lifespan. This is the typical range for most standard passenger cars, ultra-high-performance tires, and basic all-season tires.

      • 500 to 800+: High mileage. These tires use harder rubber compounds engineered for maximum longevity, commonly found on touring and long-distance commuter tires.

    • Traction (Wet Straight-Line Braking Performance)

      • AA: Outstanding. The highest possible rating, indicating maximum stopping power on wet asphalt and concrete.

      • A: Excellent. The industry standard for high-quality tires, providing very safe wet-weather braking.

      • B: Average. Acceptable stopping power, though performance is lower than average modern premium tires.

      • C: Minimum. The lowest federally allowed rating for passenger vehicles.

    • Temperature (Heat Dissipation and Speed Capability)

      • A: Superior. The tire effectively dissipates heat and can safely operate at sustained speeds over 115 mph (185 km/h).

      • B: Good. The tire safely handles heat build-up at sustained speeds between 100 mph and 115 mph (160–185 km/h).

      • C: Minimum. Meets the basic federal safety standard, safe for sustained speeds between 85 mph and 100 mph (136–160 km/h).

Tire Shopping FAQ

Everything you need to know about Speed Ratings, Load Indices, and UTQG specs before completing your order.

How do I quickly search for and buy the correct tires on your inventory page?

Finding the perfect tires on our live inventory page is fast and seamless if you follow these steps:

  • Step 1 (Search by Size): Check the placard inside your driver's side door jamb or the sidewall of your current tires to find your exact size (e.g., 245/45R19). Type this directly into our size filters.
  • Step 2 (Filter for EVs): Toggle the "EV Optimized" filter button. This instantly hides standard internal combustion tires, highlighting options engineered specifically to support heavy battery packs and suppress high-frequency road resonance.
  • Step 3 (Check the Specs): Click into the product profile and verify the technical specs before completing checkout to ensure a flawless fit.
Why is the "Load Rating" so critical when browsing your inventory?

Electric vehicles and heavy plug-in hybrids weigh substantially more than traditional gas-powered cars due to their floor-mounted lithium-ion battery packs. Standard passenger tires are structurally incapable of safely carrying this sustained curb weight over time.

When selecting tires from our live inventory, ensure the Load Index (the numeric code following the size, such as 98, 101, or 104) matches or exceeds your vehicle's factory requirement. Many of our EV-specific listings carry an XL (Extra Load) or HL (High Load) rating, meaning the tire's internal sidewall layers are reinforced to safely handle heavy loads and high instant torque without deforming.

What is a Speed Rating, and how does it affect my EV tire choice?

The speed rating is a letter code (such as H, V, W, or Y) located immediately after the Load Index on the tire's sidewall. It signifies the maximum safe operating speed the tire can sustain while managing heat build-up under load.

Because EVs feature electric motors capable of delivering intense instant acceleration, they generate a high amount of initial friction and thermal energy across the tread. Choosing a replacement tire with an insufficient speed rating will cause the rubber compound to degrade prematurely, compromise handling precision, and increase the risk of highway structural failure.

Where can I find the Load and Speed ratings on your product pages?

Once you filter for your sizing and select a specific tire profile within our online store, scroll down to the "Technical Specifications" or "Specs" section.

You will see the complete service description explicitly displayed (for example, 104Y, where 104 is the load index and Y represents the speed rating). This panel will also list any specialized EV original equipment homologation marks, such as T0/T1 for Tesla, POL for Polestar, or built-in internal acoustic dampening foam technology.

What is the UTQG rating, and why should I check it before buying?

UTQG stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading. It is a standardized rating system stamped into the side of passenger tires that grades three distinct performance metrics:

  • Treadwear: A comparative score evaluating the expected longevity of the tire tread against a baseline control tire rated at 100. Higher numbers mean the tread lasts longer.
  • Traction (AA, A, B, C): Evaluates the tire's ability to stop a vehicle in a straight line on wet asphalt and wet concrete surfaces. It does not measure cornering stability.
  • Temperature (A, B, C): Measures the tire's capacity to safely withstand and effectively dissipate heat generated at high, sustained highway speeds.

Given that heavy battery payloads and instant electric torque accelerate tire wear dramatically, choosing an optimized Treadwear number and ensuring a top-tier 'A' rating for Temperature will ensure maximum safety and value for your EV.

Can I compare UTQG ratings across different tire brands in your shop?

UTQG ratings are assigned directly by the individual tire manufacturers using standardized testing guidelines, rather than an independent regulatory agency.

Because variations exist in corporate testing laboratory baselines, UTQG codes are most reliable when comparing tires within the exact same brand (e.g., comparing a Michelin performance tire to a Michelin long-distance touring tire) rather than comparing a Michelin tire directly against a Continental or Pirelli tire.

What if I am still confused about matching Load, Speed, and UTQG specs?

You never have to guess or navigate complex technical specifications alone. If you are unsure which tire model safely coordinates with your vehicle's weight distribution, trim level, or battery architecture, skip the search filters and talk to an expert.

Call our specialized EV tire desk directly at 647-819-0490. Our team will look up your exact factory vehicle specs, provide safe, optimized recommendations, and complete your order seamlessly over the phone.

Once I buy my tires online, how does delivery and installation work?

High Voltage Tire bypasses the traditional retail waiting room altogether. Once your order is finalized via our inventory matrix, you can easily schedule our premium mobile driveway installation service during checkout.

Our TIA-certified mobile service units bring a fully self-powered, commercial-grade tire shop straight to your private driveway or workplace parking lot across the Greater Toronto Area, Durham, and York regions. Our vans are custom-built with heavy-duty touchless tire changers, electronic wheel balancers, and specialized low-profile composite lifting pads (jacking pucks) to protect your EV's sensitive floor-mounted battery armor.