MICHELIN INNOVATES ON THE ROAD AND BEYOND

Innovation has always been part of our DNA

From space-worthy tyres to inflatable wingsails designed to reduce CO2 emissions, we innovate to move the world forward on the road and far beyond.

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - On The Road and Beyond

Michelin innovates every day for a better tomorrow.

This belief in progress drives Michelin to push the boundaries of what’s possible through pioneering innovations that shape the world of tomorrow.

INNOVATION ON THE ROAD

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Longevity Innovation 15s - USA

Longevity

Discover MaxTouch, a technology that ensures that tyre contact forces are evenly distributed to maximize tyre life from the first to the last mile.

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Silence Innovation 15s - USA

Silence

Discover Michelin Acoustic, a tyre technology that significantly reduces noise inside the cabin for greater comfort.(1)

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Tractor Innovation 15s - USA

Agricultural lands protection

Discover Michelin CTIS (Central Tyre Inflation System), a technology that helps protect agricultural lands.(2)

INNOVATION BEYOND TYRES

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Space Innovation 15s - USA

Space exploration

Discover airless tyre technology designed for exploring new frontiers.(3)

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Sea Innovation 15s - USA

Maritime travel

Discover WISAMO, an inflatable sail aimed at reducing CO2 emissions, emitted by maritime travel.(4)

Motion For Life Phase 2, Michelin - Medical Innovation 15s - USA

Medical

Discover the prosthetic belt designed to improve flexibility of movement.(5)

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Our innovative power and expertise have deeply changed the history of mobility. Today, they enable us to meet challenges in new, life-changing fields of activity.

 - FLORENT MENEGAUX, President of the Michelin Group

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(1) - MICHELIN Acoustic technology reduces perceived noise in the cabin by approximately 20% (measurement of interior noise, conducted in 2020 on a KIA Cadenza vehicle equipped with 245/45 R19 tyres. Noise level measured on the "170-230Hz" frequency). Results may vary depending on the vehicle, tyre range and size, speed, and road conditions.

(2) - Based on calculations and field study conducted in real conditions in 2020 in France on a tractor and trailer equipped with MICHELIN tyres. More information at https://business.michelinman.com/service/ctis-agricultural-tire-inflator

(3) - Wheel prototype potentially for use in moon rovers, as part of NASA's ARTEMIS project. Michelin is part of the Moon Racer team, led by Intuitive Machines, which also includes AVL, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman Corporation.

(4) - Wisamo is a sail propulsion system designed to reduce the carbon footprint of maritime transport; currently in testing phase with two prototypes in real maritime conditions. More information at https://wisamo.michelin.com/maritime-transport

(5) - Belt prototype. More information at https://www.ottobock.com/en-ex/product/1A1-2

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