Why is Michelin tire company trying to sell tires?
Strange. But it makes sense if you think about — a tire company trying to sell tires by publishing destination travel guides, which gradually morphs into their current-day star-rating system. Business Insider has the full story. Emma is a former editor for The Kitchn and a graduate of the Cambridge School for Culinary Arts.
When do Michelin airless tires come out for GM?
If all goes according to plan, Michelin and GM hope to have these tires on the road for “select GM models” in the next five years, with other manufacturers hopefully coming on board after that. Compact spare tire, your days are now officially numbered.
What should I do if my Michelin tires spin?
IF you have Michelin tires and have a vibration while driving have the shop put the vehicle on a lift and have them watch the tires as they spin! If they move up and down or side to side the tires are out of round and no matter how many times you try to balance them the issue will not go away!
Can a Michelin tire go over 60 mph?
Worked great until hooked up Camp Trailer and headed South. Made it 120 miles down the freeway and couldn’t go over 60 mph. It was like driving on jello, my wife was in tears and I refused to go any further. Had to stop and buy another brand of tires to continue trip.
If all goes according to plan, Michelin and GM hope to have these tires on the road for “select GM models” in the next five years, with other manufacturers hopefully coming on board after that. Compact spare tire, your days are now officially numbered.
When do Michelin tires need to be discarded?
It’s about 6 years after the tire’s manufacture date where it then needs to be discarded regardless of condition. Michelin, however, is telling us otherwise. Through their new “Tyres Are Not Bananas” campaign, Michelin wants us to understand that unlike the fruit, tires stay fresh over time.
Why does my car shake when I let go of the steering wheel?
If a car’s tires need alignment, it may pull one way or the other instead of straight when you let go of the steering wheel, or the tires may wear unevenly (deeper on the inside than the outside or vice versa).
How often should you rotate your Michelin tires?
IT IS COLD! Your new tires are a good choice for longevity. Watch tire pressures, and rotate them every 10K miles and you should expect 50K+ miles from the Michelin’s. One reason Michelin tires last is they use a “hard rubber” compound when they make the tires.