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Michelin Tire Innovation Center

Michelin Tire Technologies: Engineered for Performance, Longevity & Efficiency

Michelin’s tire technologies are engineered for modern fleets, delivering longer life, lower rolling resistance, and enhanced safety on every mile. Whether you need better fuel efficiency, durability, or reduced environmental impact, Michelin helps you move smarter.

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DISCOVER OUR MICHELIN TECHNOLOGIES FOR PROFESSIONAL VEHICLES

Michelin is committed to continuous innovation that supports the real-world needs of professional vehicles and fleets. From advanced compounds to durable casing structures, our technologies are engineered to help reduce costs, extend tire life, and support long-term sustainability.

Backed by more than 10,000 active patents and 6,000+ R&D specialists across 350 fields of expertise, our innovations are grounded in science and performance. This page introduces you to the materials, processes, and engineering breakthroughs behind today’s most advanced Michelin tires.

 

TIRE CASING TECHNOLOGIES

Michelin casing technologies are engineered for long-lasting durability and fewer replacements – helping you reduce fuel use, casing failure, and fleet downtime.

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What technologies improve casing durability in Michelin truck and bus tires?

Michelin’s truck and bus tires rely on advanced casing technologies to handle high loads, long distances, and frequent retreading. These innovations help extend casing life, reduce rolling resistance, and support more sustainable fleet operations.

MICHELIN INFINICOIL

MICHELIN INFINICOIL

Michelin Infinicoil

Michelin Infinicoil reinforces the tire casing allowing for an increase in durability and to provide greater stability

MICHELIN POWERCOIL

MICHELIN POWERCOIL

Michelin Powercoil

A new generation of high-strength steel cables infused with rubber enhance casing endurance and casing mileage potential, while reducing rolling resistance.

MICHELIN DURACOIL

MICHELIN DURACOIL

Michelin Duracoil

Michelin Duracoil introduces a reinforced bead for a greater durability and robustness.

MICHELIN OPTICOIL

MICHELIN OPTICOIL

Michelin Opticoil

Michelin Opticoil helps you limit your environmental impact through a new bead architecture.

How does UltraFlex technology support agricultural productivity?

In farming environments, tire casing flexibility is critical to protecting soil health while carrying heavy loads. Michelin’s casing innovations help reduce soil compaction, improve traction, and maintain productivity across varied field conditions.

MICHELIN ULTRAFLEX TECHNOLOGY: AG Tire Sidewall

MICHELIN TIRE WITH ULTRAFLEX TECHNOLOGY

ULTRAFLEX logo on the sidewall of a tire

ULTRAFLEX TECHNOLOGY

Michelin ag tires with UltraFlex Technology: Capable of operating at lower pressure while carrying heavier loads, improving your productivity in the field.

What casing technologies are used in earthmover tires?

Earthmover applications demand casings that can withstand extreme loads, harsh terrain, and constant operational stress. Michelin’s reinforced casing technologies improve durability, reduce downtime, and extend tire life in the most demanding environments.

MICHELIN B2

MICHELIN B2

B2 TECHNOLOGY

Michelin B2 Technology is designed to boost your productivity and improve tire life.

MICHELIN NRF

MICHELIN NRF

NRF TECHNOLOGY

Tires featuring Michelin NRF technology provide more resistance and robusness in the extreme conditions of underground mining.

 

TIRE TREAD TECHNOLOGIES

Michelin’s tread technologies optimize void ratios, siping, and rubber compound placement to deliver consistent traction and wear life across all vehicle types.

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What tread technologies improve performance in Michelin truck, bus, and van tires?

Michelin’s on-road commercial tires use tread innovations that adapt to wear and road conditions. These technologies help maintain traction, extend tread life, and promote fuel efficiency over long hauls.

MICHELIN REGENION

MICHELIN REGENION

MICHELIN REGENION

Michelin Regenion allows self-regenerating tread blocks that provides solid grip over the tire's lifetime, in all conditions.

MICHELIN MATRIX SIPING

MICHELIN MATRIX SIPING

MATRIX SIPING

Michelin Matrix Siping technology is designed to improve traction in wet and snow conditions.

What tread designs support durability in Michelin earthmover tires?

Heavy-duty equipment needs traction on rough terrain. Michelin’s earthmover treads are built for grip, longevity, and resistance to extreme wear.

MICHELIN DIAMOND TREAD PATTERN

MICHELIN DIAMOND TREAD PATTERN

DIAMOND TREAD PATTERN

Michelin Diamond Tread Pattern is designed to provide more contact with the road surface than a bar-based tread pattern.

What tread innovations protect Michelin agricultural tires in the field?

Agricultural tires face damage from crop stubble and field hazards. Michelin’s tread technologies help prevent early wear while supporting productivity.

MICHELIN STUBBLE SHIELD TECHNOLOGY

MICHELIN STUBBLE SHIELD TECHNOLOGY

STUBBLE SHIELD

Discover the Michelin Stubble Shield Technology to prolong the life of your agriculture tires.

 

TIRE SIDEWALL TECHNOLOGIES

Tire sidewall technologies are engineered to guard against everyday hazards, from curb scrapes to side impacts, helping maintain tire integrity and appearance over time. By reducing damage in high-contact areas, these innovations support longer service life and lower replacement costs.

Learn more about Sidewall Technologies

What sidewall technologies protect Michelin commercial van tires?

Michelin’s sidewall technologies help protect tires from curb damage and abrasions during frequent urban stops. These features add durability to extend tire life and reduce maintenance needs for delivery and service fleets.

MICHELIN CURBGARD

MICHELIN CURBGARD

CURBGARD

Protruding keystone-shaped features in the sidewall provide extra curb protection and enhanced durability.

 

TIRE MATERIAL INNOVATIONS

Michelin’s tire material innovations combine advanced compounds and fillers to improve durability, reduce rolling resistance, and enhance overall performance. These breakthroughs help fleets extend tire life, lower operating costs, and support sustainability goals.

Learn more about Material Innovations

What material innovations enhance Michelin truck and bus tires?

Specialized compounds like Michelin Carbion, Silicion, and Forcion are engineered to extend tire life, boost fuel efficiency, and maintain grip, even under the high demands of fleet operations.

MICHELIN CARBION

MICHELIN CARBION

MICHELIN CARBION

Opt for longevity day after day with Michelin Carbion technology.

MICHELIN SILICION

MICHELIN SILICION

MICHELIN SILICION

Limit rolling resistance and save fuel with our Michelin Silicion technology.

MCIHELIN FORCION

MCIHELIN FORCION

MICHELIN FORCION

Michelin Forcion uses a revolutionary rubber compound to enhance tire mileage.

 

MAJOR MICHELIN TIRE INNOVATIONS

Michelin’s legacy of innovation has reshaped the tire industry – from pioneering radial construction to developing modern airless designs. These breakthroughs help fleets extend tire life, reduce downtime, and control operating costs

Learn more about Major Tire Innovations

What are Michelin’s most significant tire innovations?

Michelin’s major innovations include the radial tire, which transformed durability and performance, and the airless tire, designed to eliminate punctures and reduce maintenance. These technologies continue to set new benchmarks for efficiency and reliability.

Deflection of a Michelin airless tire, Tweel, for UTV

MICHELIN X® TWEEL™ - UTV

TWEEL AIRLESS TIRES

Discover Michelin Tweel, an airless tire with a host of advantages: puncture proof, stable, maintenance-free and durable.

A cutout of a tire to show the radial pattern

Michelin Radial Tire

RADIAL TIRES

In 1946, Michelin patented the steel-belted radial tire construction, revolutionizing the industry.

 

CONNECTIVE INNOVATION FOR YOUR TIRES

Michelin’s connected technologies deliver real-time insights that help fleets monitor tire health, improve safety, reduce downtime, and optimize performance.

Learn more about Connective Innovations

How do Michelin’s connected technologies improve tire management?

Our connected innovations, including RFID tagging and QuickScan technology, enable precise tire tracking, proactive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making. These tools help extend tire life, improve efficiency, and lower total operating costs.

A man with a handheld device next to a bus tire scanning the RFID

Michelin RFID tires

RFID IN TIRES

The identification of all Michelin tires using reliable miniature RFID chips fitted in the tires means they can be tracked throughout their life cycle, from manufacturing to recycling. This patented technology is being marketed so that it becomes widespread in the tire industry.

MICHELIN QuickScan: automated tire inspection

MICHELIN QuickScan: automated tire inspection

MICHELIN QUICKSCAN

QuickScan technology by Michelin is an advanced system that evaluates tire conditions, providing real-time data on wear and pressure. It reinforces confidence on the road, optimizes vehicle performance, and helps extend tire lifespan, while offering detailed reports for effective fleet management.

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