EV Tires
Electric vehicles are heavier and make full torque instantly, so tires wear faster and need the right load rating. We match the load index on the door placard, not just the size.
New tires →EV Tires, Alignment & Brakes · Long Beach
EV Service Without the Dealer Wait
Electric vehicles are heavier, quieter, and harder on tires. We handle the parts that wear — tires, alignment, brakes, and wheels — for every major EV on the road here.
- EV alignment$165
- Rotation intervalEvery 5,000 mi
- Reviews4.4★ · 399 Google
What we do
EV Service We Perform
Six jobs cover almost everything an EV needs between dealer visits. All of it happens at either Long Beach shop, most of it same day. Tesla owners: rotations start at $45 — here's how often Tesla says to rotate and why it matters more.
EV Alignment
EVs need model-specific specs and careful handling around the battery pack and underbody panels. Alignments run on the rack at Cherry Ave.
Wheel alignment →Rotation on a Tighter Interval
Instant torque scrubs the drive tires. Rotating on the short end of the range is the cheapest way to get full life out of an expensive set.
Tire rotation →Brakes & Seized Calipers
Regenerative braking means the pads barely get used — which is exactly why rotors corrode and calipers seize. We inspect for rust and sticking, not just pad thickness.
Brake service →TPMS Sensors & Relearn
Pressure matters more on a heavy vehicle. We replace failed sensors and run the relearn so the light goes out and stays out.
TPMS service →Wheel Repair & Curb Rash
Aero wheels scuff easily and bend on Long Beach potholes. We straighten, refinish, and repair rather than sell you a replacement first.
Wheel repair →Why it's different
Three Reasons EV Tires Don't Last
Curb weight
A battery pack adds hundreds of pounds. That load runs through four contact patches the size of your hand, so tires designed for the weight are not optional.
Torque delivery
Full torque from a standstill scrubs tread off drive wheels faster than any gas car does. Rear-drive EVs show it on the rears first.
Cabin noise floor
With no engine to mask it, tire roar is what you hear. Foam-lined and low-noise tires make a bigger difference in an EV than they do in anything else.
By model
Common EVs & Their Fitments
Sizes we see most. Always confirm against your door placard — trims within the same model often run different wheels.
| Model | Common sizes | What to watch |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 / Y | 235/45R18 · 255/45R19 · 255/35R21 | Staggered setups on some trims — those rotate front-to-back only, or not at all. |
| Mustang Mach-E | 225/60R18 · 245/45R20 | Heavy front end. Watch inner-shoulder wear and keep alignment in spec. |
| Chevy Bolt EV / EUV | 215/50R17 | Low rolling resistance from the factory. Swapping to a standard tire costs range. |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 / Kia EV6 | 235/55R19 · 255/45R20 | HL-rated tires on most trims — the load rating is not interchangeable with XL. |
| Nissan Leaf | 205/55R16 · 215/50R17 | The most common EV we see. Standard fitment, straightforward service. |
| Rivian R1T / F-150 Lightning | 275/65R18 · 275/60R20 | Truck weight plus EV weight. Load-rated all-terrain or highway tires only. |
Being straight with you
What We Don't Do
We're a tire, wheel, and undercar shop. That covers tires, alignment, brakes, suspension, and wheels on any EV.
We do not service high-voltage batteries, charging systems, drive units, or thermal management. If that's what your car needs, we'll say so and point you to the right place rather than take the job and learn on your vehicle.
Not sure which side of that line your problem falls on? Call 562-422-4449 and describe it. Two minutes on the phone beats a wasted trip.
Where to go
Two Long Beach Locations
Ochoa's Tire Service
6595 Cherry Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805
562-422-4449Open 7 days. The alignment rack lives here — EV alignments are performed at this location.
Ochoa's Tire Service — Paramount
6990 Paramount Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90805
562-395-4449Tires, brakes, and wheel work. Drop off for an alignment and we shuttle the vehicle to Cherry Ave and back.
Common questions
EV Service FAQs
They need tires rated for the weight and torque, which in practice means an HL or XL load rating and often a purpose-built EV tire. Many EVs also ship with foam-lined tires to cut cabin noise. You can fit a conventional tire in the same size if the load index and speed rating meet the door placard, but expect more road noise and shorter tread life. We check the placard and tell you what your options actually cost.
$165. EV alignments are priced above the $110 car and $125 truck tiers because they take longer: model-specific specs, underbody panels that have to come off and go back on correctly, and careful lift-point placement to keep the battery pack safe.
Weight and torque. An EV can weigh 20–30% more than the gas car it replaced, and it delivers full torque the instant you touch the pedal. Both accelerate tread wear, especially on the drive axle. Rotating every 5,000 miles and keeping the alignment in spec is the difference between 25,000 miles and 40,000 miles from the same set.
Yes. EVs have specific jacking points, and lifting on the pack or the wrong pinch weld is an expensive mistake. We look up the lift points for the model before the car goes in the air. If we're unsure about an unusual vehicle, we say so before we start rather than guessing.
For tires, wheels, alignment, brakes, and suspension — yes, including Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X. What we don't do is high-voltage battery, charging system, or drive-unit work. That belongs at a Tesla service center or an EV drivetrain specialist, and we'll tell you that instead of taking the job.
It's common. Regenerative braking does most of the slowing, so the pads and rotors go long stretches without being scrubbed clean, and surface rust builds up. It usually cleans off with normal use. What isn't normal is a caliper that has seized from disuse, a pulsing pedal, or grinding — bring it in for a free inspection and we'll measure what's actually there.
Call with your model and size.
We'll confirm the load rating, quote the tire, and tell you whether it's on the shelf or arriving tomorrow.
Cherry Ave 562-422-4449
Paramount Blvd 562-395-4449