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Random EV Thoughts 2 - The Jimnying

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  • #122
    MojoMaker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,062 ✭✭✭MojoMaker


    The high voltage battery pack is usually one of the last things to go wrong on a modern EV. Statistically you'd have to be extremely unlucky to ever witness this.

    ICE/hybrid engines and systems much more commonly fail and/or give trouble, and there warranties on those are absolutely muck. Replacment costs for a modern hybrid system is eye-watering.

    You're overthinking it entirely @893bet



  • #123
    Busman Paddy Lasty
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,808 ✭✭✭Busman Paddy Lasty


    Or dealerships have the staff to replace a module at reasonable cost. This should be easier than a timing belt.



  • #124
    893bet
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 10,819 ✭✭✭✭893bet


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124437007#Comment_124437007

    I am converted already and agree with you.

    But the Manufacturers don’t agree with you (or their warranty would be better) and the general public cite the fear of a 15k battery replacement (which is neither probable or accurate)



  • #125
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,660 ✭✭✭zg3409


    Battery problems are relatively common. and indeed repairs, cell swaps are relatively common in Ireland. I have heard lots of reports of Teslas old and new getting refurbished batteries under warranty. Similar with Nissan. Lots of reports of VW ID and equivalent Skoda and Cupra having issues in first couple of years. Also motor/charging)ICCU issues are not that rare across all brands.

    I would like the option of extended warranty for vital parts for say 500 euro a year, either from manufacturer or separate insurance independent. Indeed I have fully comprehensive insurance and if I drove the car into a tree it would be covered, but if it has a 10,000 euro fault it's not covered.

    The value of high mileage EVs out of warranty is relatively low, due to the risks involved but also the fear mongering, some of it rightly justified. I have 2 high mileage out of warranty EVs, and both needed warranty and non warranty work which was expensive.



  • #126
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    Need to buy a new set of tyres for the Tavascan this week....255/40/r21s

    Have the factory fitted hankook which are positioned as a sporty handling tyre and I have got 25000kms out of them. Car is also slightly harsher on the 21s and sporty tyres than I'd like so looking for recommendations for a slightly softer more comfortable tyre.

    Its not bad enough to consider swapping to 19s or 20s just a slight improvement would be welcome. Also something that will get me more mileage than the 25000 the originals gave



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  • #127
    MojoMaker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,062 ✭✭✭MojoMaker


    Which Hankook tyre?

    25k def on the low side indeed, even for 21s.



  • #128
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442526#Comment_124442526

    Hankook ion evo SUV



  • #129
    MojoMaker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,062 ✭✭✭MojoMaker


    Surprised they're only giving 25k, sure I read elsewhere they're good for much more. Not like the Tavascan is any heavier than any of the other EV suv's out there.

    I see Hankook Ventus Prime Evo 3s are still being shipped as the OEM tyre on the Model Y in 2026.



  • #130
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 42,579 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442606#Comment_124442606

    I had them on my Model 3 Performance. Great tyre and close in quality to the Michelins I had beforehand but the Michelins lasted me 45,000km.



  • #131
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442859#Comment_124442859

    How long did the hankooks last?

    Im having a good chat to A.I. here and its telling me about the smaller thread depth on tyres made for EVs (6-7mm rather than 8-9mm on some other tyres)

    Also, the questions I am asking of it seems to be leading to recommendations for continental eco contact or premium contacts



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  • #132
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 42,579 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442914#Comment_124442914

    I never found out unfortunately as I sold the car. It the Michelins were EV tyres too.



  • #133
    joe1303l
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,558 ✭✭✭joe1303l


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442515#Comment_124442515

    I don’t think you’ll get anything “softer” tyre that’ll give a more comfortable ride. 40 section tyres don’t have much of a sidewall for bad roads. The likes of Michelin will probably give more mileage but they’ll cost a lot more than Hankooks.



  • #134
    creedp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,792 ✭✭✭creedp


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443264#Comment_124443264

    I was looking at these online for a M3P, 235/35/20. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4S were €258 while the ions were €214. I haven’t pulled the trigger yet but will shortly. While a bit more expensive it would be worth it if you’d get 40k km from the Michelin v only 25k kms for the Ions



  • #135
    joe1303l
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,558 ✭✭✭joe1303l


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443355#Comment_124443355

    Michelin often run a rebate campaign, most recent was €115 upon purchase of 4x 20” or larger car tyres. It just finished up on the 30th April but it’s still open for claims. A retailer might “accidentally” backdate a receipt for you 😉



  • #136
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    Its not such a big deal, I dont think any tyres are going to make a huge difference so looking towards longevity now. Michelin or continental by the looks of it.

    Have continental eco contact on the Renault 5 so might go the same.



  • #137
    joe1303l
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,558 ✭✭✭joe1303l


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443414#Comment_124443414

    If you want longevity, Continental would be the last premium brand tyre I’d pick. They’re usually very poor for wear but decent grip to be fair.



  • #138
    creedp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,792 ✭✭✭creedp


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443407#Comment_124443407

    Cheers will keep and eye in future. At this point, due to 2 tyres being replaced out of sequence following puncture, I only need 2 now so will probably go online for 2 Ions and see how they go.



  • #139
    eagerv
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,930 ✭✭✭eagerv


    The Continentals on my new Model Y have about 2mm less thread than the Michelins on my old Model 3. I don't expect them to wear as well..



  • #140
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443450#Comment_124443450

    Its a company car anyway so its not directly from my pocket but still want good value, I'll read a few reviews this evening and place an order tomorrow for something.

    What's the best website for tyres these days that can get delivered to a fitter? its been a fair few years since I bought a set, the Born i had before had its tyres replaced as part of the service pack.



  • #141
    joe1303l
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,558 ✭✭✭joe1303l


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443683#Comment_124443683

    Oponeo or Tyreleader are usually best for price but delivery can take 4-5 days



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  • #142
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 42,579 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443683#Comment_124443683

    I use Tyreleader every other month.

    Always seems to be the best value and their tyre insurance is cheap too. Get a puncture in the first year and they'll replace the tyre!



  • #143
    joe1303l
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,558 ✭✭✭joe1303l


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443824#Comment_124443824

    Whats needed to successfully claim on their tyre insurance ?



  • #144
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 42,579 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124443869#Comment_124443869

    Log into your account online.
    Make claim and upload photos etc

    Thankfully, never had to claim but at €3 it’s a no brainer!

    I did have to return tyres to them before and got full refund so they seem to be on the ball in that regard.



  • #145
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,660 ✭✭✭zg3409


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124444141#Comment_124444141

    Reports in the motors thread they will not give you a new tyre. It's a scam and I now avoid buying tyres from them. I can't find the link but read it here.



  • #146
    MojoMaker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,062 ✭✭✭MojoMaker


    That's what I read as well. Very narrow conditions for the tyre replacement offer.

    Go into it with your eyes open I guess.

    There's a reason Oponeo is the online market leader.



  • #147
    creedp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,792 ✭✭✭creedp


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124444812#Comment_124444812

    I used to used Oponeo but found Tyreleader to be €5 to €10 per tyre cheaper. Never bothered with the insurance



  • #148
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,660 ✭✭✭zg3409


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  • #149
    Gluon
    Site Banned Posts: 59 ✭✭Gluon


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124451263#Comment_124451263

    These services are badly needed here, the second hand market is still an issue. It's main dealer for most when things go wrong.



  • #150
    mfceiling
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,248 ✭✭✭✭mfceiling


    I think they're definitely coming, because i asked them on Twitter and they confirmed they are training up staff for Ireland.



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  • #151
    Buddy Bubs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,109 ✭✭✭Buddy Bubs


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124442515#Comment_124442515

    I bought continental all season contact 2 from oponeo.ie and had them fitted on Tuesday. They definitely feel a lot less crashier over speed bumps, poor surfaces etc, absolutely delighted with them.

    I always drive the car in an individual setting with the DCC 2 the lowest (2 notches below the comfort setting even) on my commute and now its properly soft, the Hankooks that came with it must be a very stiff sporty tyre

    Delighted with them to be honest



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