Rivian owners have been discussing the cause of rapid front tire wear in their electric pickup trucks and SUVs since early 2022. The truck’s 7,000-pound curb weight and extreme torque could cause rapid wear, despite Pirelli covering all of Rivian’s OE tires for at least 50,000 miles. Some owners have reported having to replace front tires after only 6,000 miles, while others speak of replacements by 12,000 miles. The wear problems are linked to Rivian’s range-maximizing “Conserve” mode, which lowers ride heights and cuts power to rear axles. Rivian owners claim that this trades battery efficiency for worse tire life. To prolong tire life without reducing use of Conserve mode, regular tire rotations, requesting a slight toe-out from factory settings, and staying light on the throttle are recommended.

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