Michelin Tyres

Michelin tires for passenger cars are manufactured by the company of the same name, headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The company owns numerous inventions, including radial tires.

7 facts about Michelin

1. The company was founded in 1889 by brothers André and Edouard Etienne Michelin.
2. Today, it operates over 60 production sites in 17 countries.
3. Annually, Michelin produces over 160 million tires for passenger cars, with about 40% sold in Europe.
4. It is a leader in manufacturing eco-friendly tires that help save fuel.
5. Products are developed according to the Total Performance concept, using inventions from its in-house research center.
6. All products belong to the premium segment, ensuring a high level of safety.
7. The company is known not only as a tire manufacturer but also as the founder of the famous restaurant rating — "The Red Guide" (Le Guide Rouge), compiled since 1900.

Types of Michelin tires for passenger cars

• Summer. The most popular models include:
  • Energy XM2. Extra-strong, with wide grooves of varying depths for efficient water removal. Help improve fuel efficiency.
  • Energy Saver. The Eco Grip rubber compound enhances fuel efficiency. Increased contact patch improves stability.
  • Primacy4. Water-draining grooves are 22% wider than similar tires, reducing hydroplaning risk. Equipped with wear indicators.
  • Pilot Sport4, Cup 2, and Sport4S. Designed for sports cars, suitable for speeds up to 300 km/h. The combination of metal and nylon fibers provides excellent handling and braking performance.
• Winter. The catalog includes:
  • Pilot Alpin. Blades in three sizes, arranged at an angle to quickly remove snow, improving grip.
  • Pilot Alpin 5. Reduce braking distance on slippery roads. Wear-resistant due to additional rubber layers.
  • Alpin 6. Grooves expand during use to remove snow, retaining tire performance even when worn.
  • X-Ice 3. Numerous tread blocks ensure fast acceleration and short braking distance on snowy roads.
  • X-Ice North 4. Equipped with many steel spikes, suitable for icy surfaces. Highly stable and steerable.
• CrossClimate. All-season tires with a symmetrical directional tread pattern that quickly removes water. They have two types of blades: smooth for dry surfaces, and sharp-edged for snow.

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