Heavy Load / Towing
Chevrolet Bolt EV — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 41 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
41
283 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
41
283 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
38/36 PSI
Tire size
215/50R17
Curb weight
1,616 kg
Category
ev
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 41 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Chevrolet Bolt EV is 38 PSI front / 36 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 41 PSI front / 41 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 41 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 41 PSI = 2.8 bar = 283 kPa. The rear 41 PSI = 2.8 bar.
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