Michelin Tyres

Michelin Tyres

Michelin is the second largest tyre manufacturer in the world. Through constant development, Michelin has managed to create tyres that offer a perfect combination of:

• Safety
• Driving comfort
• Durability

and reduced fuel consumption.

Michelin Tyres and Durability

Michelin tyres are distinguished by an optimal rubber compound. This compound is neither too hard nor too soft, providing high stability especially in corners. The selected rubber compound also ensures that the tyres do not wear out quickly and last longer.

Patented Technologies by Michelin

The new tread of the Michelin Primacy tyres features self-locking sipes, which significantly shorten braking distances. This technology also offers improved grip in corners and on wet roads. The patented rubber compound provides the right grip on any surface. Another innovation is the Michelin CrossClimate, a summer tyre that can be used all year round due to its winter tyre marking.

Reducing Fuel Consumption with Michelin Tyres

Thanks to their low rolling resistance, Michelin tyres provide significantly reduced fuel consumption. Combined with their long lifespan, Michelin products offer maximum cost-effectiveness.

Michelin Tyres Tested Successfully

The exceptional driving comfort and high safety of Michelin tyres have led to top test results in various specialist magazines in recent years. For example, the Michelin Pilot Sport was rated "highly recommended" in a test by Auto Zeitung in 2012. Since Michelin is a French tyre manufacturer, we also refer you to our French Michelin page here.

The Michelin company, founded over 130 years ago in Clermont-Ferrand, is a French tyre manufacturer with more than 120,000 employees across all 5 continents, ranking among the leading top providers worldwide. An unmistakable symbol of the brand is the popular Michelin Man, which was created in the year of the company's founding and has been revised to its current style. It’s hard to imagine that the advertising figure, also known as Bibendum, once appeared as a kickboxer, gladiator, ladies’ man, and dancer, as the company reports on its website.

Looking back, the German Michelin Pneumatic AG was founded in Frankfurt in 1906, and in 1931 the first tyre plant in Germany was established in Karlsruhe.

From a quality perspective, Michelin tyres impress with their continuous development featuring high-performance rubber compounds and innovative details that contribute to their high durability. Whether it’s the Michelin CrossClimate, the Michelin Alpin 6, or the Michelin Pilot Sport: We stock Michelin tyres for your car in three variants:

• Michelin summer tyres such as the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 or the Michelin Primacy 4
• Michelin winter tyres like the Pilot Alpin PA4 or the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 that will get you through winter excellently
• Michelin all-season tyres, including the Michelin CrossClimate 2 or the Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

Why Choose Michelin Tyres?

Renowned vehicle manufacturers such as Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and BMW use Michelin tyres for the original equipment of selected models in close collaboration with Michelin. These are specially tailored versions marked with OE, which stands for Original Equipment. This is a clear indication of the great trust in the manufacturer's expertise, which also serves as a solid decision-making aid for you. Examples of OE tyres include:

• The high-performance tyre Michelin Pilot Sport PS2: Approved for all Porsche sports cars.
• The ultra-high-performance tyre Michelin Pilot Sport 4: Used by Mercedes-AMG on models like the E63.

These are just two of the many examples that play a role in original equipment. The Michelin CrossClimate family is also often used for this purpose.

Michelin Tyres and the EU Tyre Label

As with all other brands, the EU label is mandatory within the EU for manufacturers with a corresponding market. It provides important information when choosing the tyres you need, from the CrossClimate series to the Michelin Pilot Alpin, covering the following aspects of the EU tyre label:

• Fuel efficiency: Sorted by letters, it provides information on the impact of the rubber compound and tread design on the fuel consumption of your car. The most efficient are premium tyres with the letter A, which help you reduce costs when driving sensibly. Rolling resistance is a key factor here.
• Wet grip: As the term suggests, this indicates how short the braking distance is on wet roads. According to ADAC, there is a 30% difference between class A and class F tyres, resulting in a 28-metre shorter braking distance with A-rated tyres in an emergency brake at 100 km/h.
• External rolling noise: The fact is that new tyres from Michelin and other premium brands are becoming quieter due to optimised tread designs and high-performance rubber compounds. The measurement is in decibels (dB) and is subject to current EU limits. Look at the number of sound waves on the label for guidance.

Differences naturally arise between Michelin summer tyres, winter tyres, and all-season tyres due to the tread design. An innovation is the Michelin CrossClimate summer tyre, which is also certified as a Michelin winter tyre, making it suitable for year-round use.

Which Michelin Tyre is the Best?

It is advisable to use tests from various specialist magazines like Auto Bild and auto motor sport as an additional source of information when selecting tyres. The same applies to test reports from the ADAC automobile club. For example, the following Michelin tyres have been tested:

• Michelin Pilot Sport (ADAC)
• Michelin Alpin 5 and Michelin Alpin 6 (Autobild and ADAC)
• Michelin CrossClimate 2 (Autobild, ACE)
• Michelin Alpin 6 in a comprehensive test of Michelin winter tyres

In some tests, current tyres are also compared with their predecessors still available on the market, such as the Michelin Alpin 5 and Michelin Alpin A6 with the Alpin A4. Continuous improvements are made in almost all criteria. The quality of Michelin all-season tyres is often compared to those of Goodyear, such as the Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 in terms of wet braking.

Michelin Tyres and Their Sustainability

The protection of our environment is becoming increasingly important, a fact that all renowned tyre manufacturers are aware of. This includes wear, energy efficiency, and overall driving performance. Significant investments are made in research and development to achieve optimal conditions for this. A good example to compare is Michelin’s Energy Saver range, which, in conjunction with a predictive driving style, can help you save fuel.

Order Quality Michelin Tyres at a Low Price Online at Eiretyres.com

Whether in 15, 16, 17, 18 inches or any other tyre size, you’ll find Michelin summer tyres, winter tyres, and all-season tyres to fit your vehicle with us. From the Michelin Primacy 4 to the Michelin CrossClimate 2 to the Michelin Alpin A4: We keep almost all current Michelin tyres in stock to ensure quick delivery for you. Delivery can be made either to your address or to a partner workshop near you for fitting.

Using our configurator on this page, you can compare different car tyres and order new Michelin tyres affordably from our shop. Order now!