barely any electric vehicles qualify for tax incentives currently. There are several factors contributing to this, despite their overall lower maintenance needs. For example, EVs do not require oil changes. However, some components that do require replacement and maintenance tend to be pricier than traditional parts. A prime illustration is electric vehicle tires, which cost roughly $3,600 to replace after traveling 100,000 miles.
Tires for electric vehicles differ from those found on gasoline-powered cars. This is due to the increased weight of EVs; the batteries within them contribute to a total weight that surpasses even the engine block of regular combustion vehicles. Consequently, the tires wear out more quickly and generate additional friction, necessitating a slightly altered design to manage this. It also reflects on a higher cost, as those tires will likely need replacing more frequently. A significant portion of that expense relates to their lifespan and the number of miles they can endure — typically around 30,000 to 40,000 miles.
