This is the time to shop for snow tire wheels. My new Kia Niro EV (like it a lot so far) has a GVWR of 4,780#. I don't know if I can use any take-off wheels that meet all the dimension specs, or if I need stouter wheels for the weight of a heavy EV. Several models of Kia, Hyundai, and Mazda wheels will fit, but will they safely carry the weight? Is this something to be concerned about? I guess I can look at take-off choices and see what tire load index they had for original specs.
The wheels are 17x7", 5x114.3 bolt circle, 52mm offset, 67.1mm center bore, 12mm studs. I think 16x6.5" would also fit over the calipers, and they'll take the optional size tires. Tire size is 215/55R17 94V. Optional is 215/60R16 95H (Blizzak) or 99H (X-Ice Snow).
Is there a better idea?
The wheels are 17x7", 5x114.3 bolt circle, 52mm offset, 67.1mm center bore, 12mm studs. I think 16x6.5" would also fit over the calipers, and they'll take the optional size tires. Tire size is 215/55R17 94V. Optional is 215/60R16 95H (Blizzak) or 99H (X-Ice Snow).
Is there a better idea?