Electric vehicle owners may not know that when they require a replacement tyre, they should be purchasing specific tyres. This is because their tyres have been specially designed to ensure longevity. If a replacement tyre is needed and drivers would often buy a tyre that has not been designed correctly, this could lead to faster wear, a reduction in range, and an increase in ‘road noise’ and could in turn affect the overall performance of the vehicle. Many Electric vehicle owners may look at the size, load and speed rating and purchase a replacement tyre based on this alone, it is entirely possible that a lower-cost tyre could be found. However, in the long term, this could be more costly as multiple replacements may be needed.
Electric vehicle tyres have been specifically constructed for durability and maximum performance. The designs which have been put into place include constructing the tyres to carry higher loadings to compensate for any extra weight, without this the tyre could be subject to premature wear. Electric vehicle tyres are also designed to minimise rolling resistance, the tyre tread has been specifically designed to provide maximum grip with reduced resistance, and tyres have been made to reduce road noise this is because the tyres in an Electric vehicle are noisier.
The correct tyres of the Electric vehicle should be put in the car as in certain cases, insurance claims could be null and void.
Source: https://www.tyresafe.org/tyre-advice/tyres-for-electric-vehicles/
