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As every Kona EV owner knows, Hyundai does not include a spare tire with their Kona EVs. Instead, they give you a spray can of flat fixer and an air pump - not the best (or most practical) solution if you get a major blowout! You could use a regular Kona OEM spare tire, but they don't fit the rear wheels of the Kona EV due to the size of the brake calipers. So what to do?
Well - I found an awesome solution - Modern Spare sells custom spare tires for EVs, and after ordering one for my 2021 Kona EV, I wanted to give everyone a quick review.
I ordered the full complete kit, which included -
The pros -
In conclusion - if you want to have piece of mind while on longer trips during times when roadside assistance might not be available (like on holidays), then this is an excellent insurance policy. Fit and finish were excellent, ordering and delivery a breeze, and being able to store the kit below the rear deck a huge plus.
Feel free to ask any questions! Thanks!
Well - I found an awesome solution - Modern Spare sells custom spare tires for EVs, and after ordering one for my 2021 Kona EV, I wanted to give everyone a quick review.
I ordered the full complete kit, which included -
- Spare tire on a custom rim (I think the rim looks better than the stock rim!)
- Scissor jack with ratcheting handle
- Lug wrench with multiple sockets
- Carrying case for lug wrench and jack handle
- Plastic bag for your flat tire
- Carrying case for the tire and jack with an internal sleeve for the lug wrench carrying case
The pros -
- The spare tire I received is a Pirelli (!) spare, rated for 80 MPH and no range restrictions. Which means I would be able to make it safely home, or to a repair shop, without having to avoid major roads.
- The ratcheting handle for the jack is awesome, makes it so much easier to raise or lower the vehicle.
- Lug wrench includes multiple sockets, so you could help someone else change a tire.
- The plastic bag for your flat tire was a nice touch.
- Having one bag for everything makes it easier for storage - more on that later.
- Yes, it is a little bit pricey, almost $500 with shipping.
- The spare tire is bigger than a regular compact spare and just a little bit on the heavy side, makes it a little awkward to mount the spare.
- The lug wrench can be a bit cumbersome to use - very minor annoyance that could be resolved by purchasing a regular lug wrench.
In conclusion - if you want to have piece of mind while on longer trips during times when roadside assistance might not be available (like on holidays), then this is an excellent insurance policy. Fit and finish were excellent, ordering and delivery a breeze, and being able to store the kit below the rear deck a huge plus.
Feel free to ask any questions! Thanks!