TESLA TIMEOUT #5 - ADVENTURES & ACCESSORIES FOR MY TESLA MODEL 3 - WINTER WHEELS & TIRES

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This video provides a practical guide to swapping OEM tires for winter wheels and Yokohama IceGuard tires on a Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor AWD. The host details the process, emphasizing safety precautions, the use of proper tools like a hydraulic jack and jack stands, and the importance of jack pucks. He highlights the benefits of nitrogen-filled tires and offers tips on matching tire rotation direction, even noting a discrepancy in the initial markings. The review then transitions to the Model 3's performance in its first snow drive. First impressions indicate the winter tires are noticeably louder than the stock Michelins but offer excellent grip and stability in snowy conditions. The host commends the car's handling, the subtle yet effective traction control, and its capability on steep inclines. He also advises using 'Chill' mode for winter driving. While the video doesn't cover extensive range testing in snow, it effectively demonstrates the practicalities of winter tire installation and provides confidence-building insights into the Model 3's all-wheel-drive capability in snow.