I’m experiencing uneven tire wear on my 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range with the standard 18-inch Aero wheels, primarily on the rear tires after 25,000 miles. The outer edges show significant feathering, which I’ve traced to the vehicle’s instant torque delivery and regenerative braking dynamics-contrary to the misconception that all EV tire wear is uniform due to “heavy battery weight” alone. In reality, the Model 3’s rear-wheel-biased power distribution (up to 100% torque to rears in acceleration) combined with the lack of traditional engine braking exacerbates shoulder wear if alignment isn’t precisely maintained.
Has anyone successfully mitigated this through aftermarket alignments or suspension tweaks? Tesla’s factory spec calls for -0.5° to +0.5° rear camber and 0.1° toe-in per side, but I’ve read anecdotal reports of owners adjusting to -1.0° camber for even wear without compromising handling or triggering stability control faults. Also, for replacement, are Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 tires still the go-to for balancing range efficiency (retaining 95% of EPA-rated 353 miles) with wet traction, or have newer options like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus shown better longevity under the Model 3’s 4,000+ lb curb weight? Detailed experiences with tread life post-replacement would be appreciated, especially if you’ve recalibrated the TPMS after swapping to non-OEM sizes.