The Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 is a premium all-season tire developed for pickup trucks, SUVs, and full-size crossovers that require dependable year-round performance, exceptional durability, and long-term value. Designed to meet the demands of daily commuting, family travel, towing, and highway driving, the Defender LTX M/S 2 combines comfort and capability in a highly refined package.

Michelin engineered this tire with an advanced tread compound designed to promote long tread life while maintaining strong traction in dry, wet, and light winter conditions. Its optimized tread pattern helps provide stable handling and predictable steering response, giving drivers confidence whether navigating city streets, highways, or changing weather conditions.

Wide circumferential grooves assist with water evacuation, improving wet-road traction and reducing hydroplaning risk during heavy rain. The tire's construction also contributes to a smooth, quiet ride that enhances comfort on long trips.

One of the Defender LTX M/S 2's biggest strengths is longevity. Michelin designed the tire to deliver outstanding mileage potential while maintaining consistent performance throughout its service life, making it a cost-effective choice for drivers who cover significant annual mileage.

For truck and SUV owners seeking Michelin all-season tires, towing tires, highway tires, premium SUV tires, or long-lasting replacement tires, the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 offers an exceptional combination of durability, comfort, traction, and reliability.

Tire Specifications:

• Fits: T Sportline Rivian R1T 20" Wheels, Rivian R1S 20" Wheels
• Size: 275/55R21
• Weight: 40 LBS
• Speed Rating: H
• Load Rating: 116
  
• Load Range: XL
• Load Capacity: N/A
• Ply Rating: N/A
• UTQG: 820 B A
  
• Color Sidewall: BSW
  
• Tread Depth: 11/32 
• Manufacturer Defect Warranty: 70,000
  
• Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) Certified Rating: No
• Noise Canceling Technology: No

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Checking and Adjusting Tesla Tire Pressure

When your Tesla has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for over three hours:

• Remove the tire air valve stem cap (unscrew cap by hand).
• Firmly 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).
• Compare 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.
• Re-check pressure using the tire pressure gauge.
• Re-install the valve stem cap (hand tighten)
• Important 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.
• Tesla 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.

Factors impacting tire pressure readings:

• Ambient temperature - Air pressure increases in heat and decreases in cold.
• Tire temperature – Tires warm up during use.
• Sunlight – directly sunlight will increase tire temperature and thereby tire pressure.