How does a Michelin PAX tire system work?

How does a Michelin PAX tire system work?

Here’s more info: en.wikipedia.org. The Michelin PAX is an automobile run-flat tire system that utilizes a special type of rim and tire to allow temporary use of a wheel if its tire is punctured. The core of Michelin’s PAX system is the semi-rigid ring installed onto the rim using special equipment.

What kind of wheels do I need for PAX tires?

An alternative might be to see if a dealer or a wheel store has an appropriate set of Honda ‘take off’ wheels (non-PAX) that would fit. Are rims for run-flat tires different than regular rims?

Is there a toll free number to replace a PAX tire?

There is a toll free number to call to find the nearest location. Part of the PAX warranty is to replace any PAX wheel-tire system that has a problem with air loss with a brand new package so that you will be quickly on your way, even if it is just a simple puncture. Will Michelin’s innovation eventually put an end to the spare tire?

Here’s more info: en.wikipedia.org. The Michelin PAX is an automobile run-flat tire system that utilizes a special type of rim and tire to allow temporary use of a wheel if its tire is punctured. The core of Michelin’s PAX system is the semi-rigid ring installed onto the rim using special equipment.

Why do you need a PAX tire monitoring system?

As with the zero-pressure type run flats, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) was mandatory. TPMS became mandatory on all cars soon afterward. The soft PAX sidewall allows for a more comfortable ride compared to run flat tires which work by having stiff sidewalls.

An alternative might be to see if a dealer or a wheel store has an appropriate set of Honda ‘take off’ wheels (non-PAX) that would fit. Are rims for run-flat tires different than regular rims?

There is a toll free number to call to find the nearest location. Part of the PAX warranty is to replace any PAX wheel-tire system that has a problem with air loss with a brand new package so that you will be quickly on your way, even if it is just a simple puncture. Will Michelin’s innovation eventually put an end to the spare tire?