Hankook ION Evo AS SUV tires now available

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There really isn’t a high efficiency tire that is blessed with good efficiency low RR and good snow/ice performance that I’m aware of at least not an AS.
Unfortunately at this time, there are no EV specific all-season tires with a three peak severe snow rating but there are a few dedicated EV winter/snow tires with that rating that fit the MME (none in 18")

The Pirelli P Zero Winter, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 EV and Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 EV specific winter/snow tires come in 245/45/20.
The Pirelli P Zero Winter, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 EV and Continental WinterContact TS 860 S EV specific winter/snow tires come in 225/55/19.
 
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Unfortunately at this time, there are no EV specific all-season tires with a three peak severe snow rating but there are a few dedicated EV winter/snow tires with that rating that fit the MME (none in 18"):

The Pirelli P Zero Winter and Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 EV specific winter/snow tires come in 245/45/20. The Pirelli P Zero Winter and Continental WinterContact TS 860 S EV specific winter/snow tires come in 225/55/19.
Another dedicated EV specific winter/snow tire is the
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 EV. I’m moving to Colorado, so will probably get this one in 225/55 R19 for my Premium AWD.
 

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Another dedicated EV specific winter/snow tire is the
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 EV. I’m moving to Colorado, so will probably get this one in 225/55 R19 for my Premium AWD.
Thanks for letting us know. They come in both MME 19" and 20" sizes and I will add them to my list above.
 

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Any additional feedback regarding this tire? I’m looking to replace my stock soon. Has anyone notice any loss in range?

I’m planning on a long trip next week and I’m debating if I should replace it to this tire before the trip or after…
 


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Any additional feedback regarding this tire? I’m looking to replace my stock soon. Has anyone notice any loss in range?

I’m planning on a long trip next week and I’m debating if I should replace it to this tire before the trip or after…
What are your tires worn too now and are you anticipating rain during your travels?

I can't speak from my own personal experience, however generally speaking, brand new tires will generate more rolling resistance than worn tires so I would expect to see a very minor decrease over the worn tires currently installed.

On a side note, I checked availability for this tire and from what I'm seeing, there are 47 set available nationwide right now.
 

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What are your tires worn too now and are you anticipating rain during your travels?

I can't speak from my own personal experience, however generally speaking, brand new tires will generate more rolling resistance than worn tires so I would expect to see a very minor decrease over the worn tires currently installed.

On a side note, I checked availability for this tire and from what I'm seeing, there are 47 set available nationwide right now.
stock is still on it. I got 38k on them now and they still cover Lincoln’s head. I guess still at least 3k miles or so.
 

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stock is still on it. I got 38k on them now and they still cover Lincoln’s head. I guess still at least 3k miles or so.
I am about to hit 30k and I am surprised how well the stock tires have held up considering how like to spin the tires. I am almost getting to the wear bars on at least one tire, so probably this summer it will be time.
 

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What are your tires worn too now and are you anticipating rain during your travels?

I can't speak from my own personal experience, however generally speaking, brand new tires will generate more rolling resistance than worn tires so I would expect to see a very minor decrease over the worn tires currently installed.

On a side note, I checked availability for this tire and from what I'm seeing, there are 47 set available nationwide right now.
Do you have 255/45/20s? When I checked before on Tire Rack I didn't see any.
 

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I am about to hit 30k and I am surprised how well the stock tires have held up considering how like to spin the tires. I am almost getting to the wear bars on at least one tire, so probably this summer it will be time.
Haha yeah. I drive like an old man for the most part! Idk if it actually matters but since I work from home my car is always hidden from the sun inside of the garage.

I wouldn’t be surprised if that has helped not having a hot sun on the tires all the time.
 

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stock is still on it. I got 38k on them now and they still cover Lincoln’s head. I guess still at least 3k miles or so.
Depending on the distance you'll be traveling, you may be in good shape. Just be mindful of the weather conditions. As a tire wears, wet performance is reduced.

Fro me, since the tires are about used up, I would opt for the new rubber. The trip gives the opportunity to breakin the new rubber, plus enhance the overall comfort and safety factor.


Do you have 255/45/20s? When I checked before on Tire Rack I didn't see any.
I don't believe TR has internal part numbers for this tire just yet, but we do have the 255/45-20 available through the DT side.

255/45R-20 Ion Evo A/S EVO | Discount Tire
 
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Any additional feedback regarding this tire? I’m looking to replace my stock soon. Has anyone notice any loss in range?

I’m planning on a long trip next week and I’m debating if I should replace it to this tire before the trip or after…
I put these on my FE about a month ago after getting 53k on my OEMs. After 2k miles I'm happy with them. Very quiet and no loss in range that I've noticed.
 

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Had it put on today. Still very early but as someone who is hearing impaired, I definitely feel like I am able to hear the wife better in the car.

ill leave it up to you as the reader to decide if that is a good or bad thing.
 
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Had it put on today. Still very early but as someone who is hearing impaired, I definitely feel like I am able to hear the wife better in the car.

ill leave it up to you as the reader to decide if that is a good or bad thing.
When my great aunt passed, all of a sudden my great uncle did not use his hearing aids anymore!
 

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Any additional feedback regarding this tire? I’m looking to replace my stock soon. Has anyone notice any loss in range?

I’m planning on a long trip next week and I’m debating if I should replace it to this tire before the trip or after…
I put the Hankook's on my car around 9000 miles ago. My car currently is a 21 with 50K miles. I'm seeing close to what I was seeing when the car was new with the Michelins. Tires are quiet, ride better than the OEM's. Not great in water but I'm not sure any low resistance tire has solved that yet.
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