I guess my real question is, is it a bad thing to run them at Max PSI?
Rivian recommends a specfic psi (48 psi for the 20" AT) for multiple reasons. Tire wear, efficiency, handling, towing/load capacity, etc. IMO you should run them at max (44) to be as close to RIvian's recommendation as possible. I personally would never buy a tire that cannot be inflated to the vehicle manufacturer's spec, but to each his own. Good luck.
Yeppp looks like I shouldve gone LT. Oh well...I would expect that the Nitto would have a tire that is similar in pressure ratings, maybe the one you got isn't quite the right one? Looks like the one you got has a lower load index..
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what’s a good tire to get? I have the stock scorpions. I due for new tires in about 5k miles.
In my non-Rivian experience it comes down to your intended use or look. I had the Wranglers and the Grabbers on my Jeep Wrangler because I liked how they looked. My 4Runner came new with the NITTOs I had good luck with them as an in between where they look a little more aggressive but did nicely on the road. Nitto are also made here in Georgia so there's a little pride in them being made locally.
There are lots of existing treads on tires. Start there.
Why not the new 20" Goodyear OEMs.
That is a good general-purpose, all-weather tire if migrating from stock 21" or 22" (275/55R21 and 275/50R22, respectively), since no reprogramming is needed. For those who have the 34.1" Pirelli ATs, until Rivian allows user-configurable tire size parameter, extra step/expense is needed.
Yes, of course. Why not? I run mine at 45 and never get alerts. A chalk test confirms that this is a good and safe pressure.
One thing to keep in mind if you consider LT in the future - LT tires usually have an increased # of plys in the sidewall, which translates to a stiffer ride.
