Michelin begins shutdown of U.S., Canadian plants due to Coronavirus
Michelin North America, Inc., will begin a temporary, phased shutdown of some of its tire production facilities in the United States and Canada due to the broad effects of the COVID-19 strain of the Coronavirus. The company said the phased suspension of some manufacturing will begin immediately and, based on the current outlook, will last
Michelin enhances Small Commercial Fleets Advantage Program
Michelin North America has announced application and billing enhancements to its Michelin Advantage program.
Michelin rolls out all-season, heavy-duty tire for light-duty truck applications
Michelin North America Inc. unveiled its new Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tire for small-business owners and commercial fleets. This tire was designed specifically for ¾- and 1-ton pick-up trucks and vans used in commercial applications, as well as for European van platforms that have become increasingly popular in the North American market. These vehicles are seen
It’s in the air: Managing and maintaining tires to increase service life
The number of tire-related issues and roadside events could be significantly reduced by maintaining proper tire pressure inspections; ultimately, downtime on the side of the road can be reduced. If a tire is 20% below recommended pressure, it must be considered flat. “Maintaining proper tire air pressure is probably the single most important maintenance activity
Michelin shows off new line-haul drive tire, adds X Multi D sizes
Available immediately, the new Michelin XDA Energy + is a dual drive-position tire for line-haul applications, Michelin Americas Truck Tires announced at the North American Commercial Vehicle show. The XDA Energy + is designed for fleets and owner-operators who are focused on fuel savings to reduce their operating costs, Michelin said. Fuel savings is driven
Michelin adds new sizes to Defender LTX M/S tire lineup
Michelin has announced that it is expanding the Michelin Defender LTX M/S tire line with more than 30 new tire sizes. The tire is now available for nearly 75% of the light-truck vehicles on the road today. Released last summer, the Defender LTX M/S with EverTread combines durable tread life and all-weather traction in a single tire
Michelin introduces Defender LTX M/S for light-, medium-duty trucks
Michelin Americas Truck Tires has released the Defender LTX M/S tire series. The Defender LTX series is made for light- and medium-duty trucks, and Michelin claims to have built them to handle all seasons and last through tough conditions. The new trucks sport Michelin’s Evertread technology, which is designed to meet high demands and drive in tough terrain.
Michelin expands latest X One tire, retread offering
Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., is launching the 455/55R22.5 Michelin X One MultiEnergy T, a new wide-base single trailer tire for regional operations that is U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay-verified. The new set of tires is meant to deliver a significant reduction in irregular wear and improvement on fuel economy, according to
Michelin Truck launches new website
Michelin North America has launched a new website for its Michelin Americas Truck Tires division. On this new site, Michelin customers can quickly use online tools that include fuel and mileage and weight savings calculators. “Our goal for the new site was to provide a robust user experience for our customers, with information and tools
Michelin launches X Multi Energy Z regional steer tire
Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America Inc., announced the launch of its new Michelin X Multi Energy Z, a regional steer tire that meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay verified requirements. With a 15% reduction in rolling resistance, the tire delivers fuel efficiency, longevity and durability, according to the company. The
