{"product_id":"continental-vikingcontact-8-255-45r19","title":"Continental VikingContact 8 255\/45R19","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/pages\/tire-return-and-refund-policy\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"T Sportline Free Shipping Policy on Tesla Tires\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 0.015625px; margin-left: 0.015625px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/5219\/files\/T_Sportline_Free_Tire_Shipping_Red_600x600.png?v=1782933245\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Continental VikingContact 8 is a premium winter tire engineered to deliver superior ice and snow traction for drivers who face harsh winter conditions. Designed for passenger cars, sedans, crossovers, and SUVs, this tire provides exceptional safety and control when temperatures drop and roads become slippery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing Continental’s latest Nordic winter compound and an advanced tread pattern with high-density 3D sipes, the VikingContact 8 offers outstanding grip on ice and packed snow. The specialized compound remains flexible in extreme cold, while the optimized groove design effectively evacuates slush and snow, reducing the risk of hydroplaning in winter conditions. This results in shorter braking distances and confident handling on icy roads, snow-covered highways, and slippery city streets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its excellent winter performance, the VikingContact 8 maintains surprisingly good dry handling and low road noise for a dedicated winter tire. The refined tread design minimizes vibrations, delivering a smoother and quieter ride than many competing winter tires — an important advantage for comfort during long winter commutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an \u003cstrong\u003eEV tire\u003c\/strong\u003e, the VikingContact 8 performs particularly well in cold weather. Its low rolling resistance characteristics help support \u003cstrong\u003ebattery range optimization\u003c\/strong\u003e even in freezing temperatures, where range loss is common. The tire handles \u003cstrong\u003einstant torque\u003c\/strong\u003e effectively, providing stable acceleration on snow and ice, making it a strong \u003cstrong\u003ewinter EV replacement tire\u003c\/strong\u003e choice for electric sedans, crossovers, and SUVs. The quiet operation further enhances the peaceful cabin experience EV drivers expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Continental VikingContact 8 for premium winter safety, reliable all-around performance, and the confidence to drive through the coldest months in both traditional and electric vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cem\u003eFile photo shown - actual tire may look different\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTire Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFits: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/collections\/tesla-model-y-19-inch-aftermarket-tesla-wheel-and-tire-package,%20https:\/\/tsportline.com\/collections\/19-tesla-wheel-tire-packages-model-s-long-range-plaid-june-2021-present\" title='Tesla Model Y 19\" Wheels, Tesla Model S G2 19\" Wheels' rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT Sportline Tesla Model Y 19\" Wheels, Tesla Model S G2 19\" Wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTire Type: \u003cstrong\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory Tire: \u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: \u003cstrong\u003e255\/45R19\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: \u003cstrong\u003e28 LBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed Rating: \u003cb\u003eT\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Rating: \u003cstrong\u003e104\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Range: \u003cstrong\u003eXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e1984\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePly Rating: \u003cstrong\u003eN\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUTQG: \u003cstrong\u003eN\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor Sidewall:\u003cstrong\u003e BSW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTread Depth: \u003cstrong\u003e10\/32 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Defect Warranty:\u003cstrong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThree-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) Certified Rating: \u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise Cancelling Foam:\u003cstrong\u003e No\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tire Manufacturer Promotions and Rebates\" href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/pages\/tire-promotions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView Tire Manufacturer Rebates Here:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/pages\/tire-promotions\" title=\"Tesla Tire Rebates from Manufacturers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/5219\/files\/tire-rebate-banner_page.jpg?v=1775589947\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"b2c-product__summary-featureDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/pages\/tire-return-and-refund-policy\"\u003eView Tire Shipping, Return \u0026amp; Refund Policy Here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"b2c-product__summary-featureDetails\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing stock tires on OEM Tesla wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStock Tesla Tire Replacement and Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOEM Tesla tires are designed and manufactured to optimize performance, safety, reliability and durability.  Naturally, due to normal usage and aging, tires degrade over time from the effects of ultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, loading and environmental exposure. T Sportline recommends replacing OEM Tesla tires exclusively with exact replacements.  T Sportline Tesla factory replacement tire listings include, but are not limited to replacement OEM-spec Tesla factory tires. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"b2c-product__summary-featureDetails\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Tesla Tire Rotation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eT Sportline recommends rotating your tires every 6,250 miles or sooner if tread depth varies between any of the 4 tires by 2\/32 in or greater.  Aggressive driving or harsh environments can lead to premature tire wear and may require more frequent tire inspection.  Unbalanced and misaligned wheels affect ride quality, vehicle handling, tire life and driveline component longevity.  Tesla lug nuts are 21mm socket heads and must be torqued to 129 ft-lbs \/ 175 Nm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaintaining Proper Tire Pressures on Teslas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eT Sportline recommends keeping tires inflated to the pressures shown on the Tesla Tire and Loading Information label, even if it differs from the pressure printed on the tire itself. The Tire and Loading Information label is located midway up on the center door pillar and is visible when the driver’s door is open.  T Sportline's recommended Tesla Tire inflator is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/products\/amaxx-tesla-digital-tire-inflator-portable-cordless-air-pump\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tesla Tire Inflator\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecking and Adjusting Tesla Tire Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen your Tesla has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for over three hours:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the tire air valve stem cap (unscrew cap by hand).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmly press a tire pressure gauge onto the valve stem tip to measure pressure (a small amount of air will escape during measurement, which is normal).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare reading to Tesla Tire Pressure specification (found on the Tire and Loading Information label located midway up on the center door pillar, visible only when the driver’s door is open), add or remove air to match the recommended pressure. Reduce pressure by by pressing the metal pin in the center of the valve. Increase pressure using an appropriate tire inflator pump or compressed air source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-check pressure using the tire pressure gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-install the valve stem cap (hand tighten)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant note: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and can cause a tire to overheat, resulting in severe tire cracking, tread separation, or blowout, which causes unexpected loss of car control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation also reduces the car's range and tire tread life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesla TPMS sensors require driving for a short period of time before updated pressure readings are recorded accurately. Expect TPMS readings to reflect accurate tire pressure readings after driving 5 miles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactors impacting tire pressure readings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbient temperature - Air pressure increases in heat and decreases in cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTire temperature – Tires warm up during use.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight – directly sunlight will increase tire temperature and thereby tire pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Continental Tire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53017824264481,"sku":"03455350000","price":271.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/5219\/files\/tsportline-ev-tire-continental-vikingcontact-8.jpg?v=1783707771","url":"https:\/\/tsportline.com\/products\/continental-vikingcontact-8-255-45r19","provider":"T Sportline - Tesla Model S, 3, X \u0026 Y Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}