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Aftermarket / Tuning Bridgestone readies for an electric future, will shift to EV tyres

Bridgestone readies for an electric future, will shift to EV tyres

The tyre maker is betting big on the industry's switch to EVs.
By Brian Potter 22 September 2021
15:49 Technology Watch a Mini Electric ride on Michelin Uptis airless tyres

Watch a Mini Electric ride on Michelin Uptis airless tyres

Target launch is relatively near considering the length of development.
By Jacob Oliva 20 September 2021
12:38 Green UK: Tyre comparison finds EV rubber to bring real-world advantages

UK: Tyre comparison finds EV rubber to bring real-world advantages

There's a good reason there are separate tires for EVs.
By Jacob Oliva 15 September 2021
Concept Cars Continental's new sustainable tyre concept revealed at Munich

Continental's new sustainable tyre concept revealed at Munich

The German brand aims to be the most progressive tire company by 2030.
By Jacob Oliva 13 September 2021
10:18 Supercars Bugatti Veyron owner goes for drive on original, 15-year-old tyres

Bugatti Veyron owner goes for drive on original, 15-year-old tyres

Somehow we think it will be okay.
By Christopher Smith 07 July 2021
13:20 Technology UK: This bonkers track tyre test is the most detailed we've ever seen

UK: This bonkers track tyre test is the most detailed we've ever seen

This is how you test tyres.
By Chris Okula 05 July 2021
24:06 Weird Can a wheel break the sound barrier in one piece?

Can a wheel break the sound barrier in one piece?

Here's the final sequel to the wheel spinning series.
By Jacob Oliva 21 June 2021
Range / Efficiency UK: Renault ZOE with Enso tyres sets new hypermiling record

UK: Renault ZOE with Enso tyres sets new hypermiling record

It was able to drive 475.4 miles (764.9 km), which is almost 12% more than a separate ZOE with OEM tyres fitted as standard.
By Mark Kane 11 June 2021
Industry Michelin unveils tyre that's nearly 50 percent sustainable

Michelin unveils tyre that's nearly 50 percent sustainable

Green is the new black.
By Graeme Jones 06 June 2021
16:35 Technology Original equipment vs aftermarket tyre test may surprise you

Original equipment vs aftermarket tyre test may surprise you

Same brand, same type of tyre, but very different results.
By Christopher Smith 31 May 2021
15:47 Weird Crazy tyre spinning experiment gets sequel that aims for the sound barrier

Crazy tyre spinning experiment gets sequel that aims for the sound barrier

No Ladas were hurt in the making of this film. Well, kinda.
By Adrian Padeanu 26 May 2021
12:13 Weird Making a proper DIY sprung wheel in the name of science

Making a proper DIY sprung wheel in the name of science

There's a reason we don't have spring wheels.
By Chris Okula 24 May 2021
17:37 Weird Snow tyre spinning at 385 mph will stretch your imagination

Snow tyre spinning at 385 mph will stretch your imagination

Weird things happen when a tyre goes over three times its rated speed.
By Christopher Smith 18 May 2021
Green Michelin will turn millions of plastic bottles into tyres

Michelin will turn millions of plastic bottles into tyres

Bibendum says, “reduce, reuse, recycle!”
By Dustin Wheelen 05 May 2021
02:28 Motorsport.com See burnout competition captured on mesmerising infrared video

See burnout competition captured on mesmerising infrared video

It provides a colourful new perspective.
By Anthony Alaniz 15 April 2021
Safety Drivers urged to prepare cars for easing of lockdown restrictions

Drivers urged to prepare cars for easing of lockdown restrictions

GEM Motoring Assist and Michelin have urged drivers to make sure dormant cars are ready for action.
By James Fossdyke 25 March 2021
Safety Drivers urged to take care of their tyres during lockdown

Drivers urged to take care of their tyres during lockdown

Long periods of inactivity can impact the safety of a car's tyres.
By James Fossdyke 22 February 2021
Safety Drivers urged to pay close attention to tyres as bad weather strikes

Drivers urged to pay close attention to tyres as bad weather strikes

Safety charity tells drivers to make sure their tyres are in tip-top condition.
By James Fossdyke 22 January 2021
Technology Nokian One all-season tyre has life expectancy of 80,000 miles

Nokian One all-season tyre has life expectancy of 80,000 miles

Wait, what?!
By Anthony Karr 14 January 2021
Technology Does weight really give you more traction in snow?

Does weight really give you more traction in snow?

Spoiler alert: of course it does. But there's more to it than you'd expect.
By Anthony Karr 17 December 2020
Safety One in four cars has illegal tyres, dealer group research suggests

One in four cars has illegal tyres, dealer group research suggests

Almost nine million drivers could be risking lives with sub-standard tyres.
By James Fossdyke 07 December 2020
EV Education This video shows how tyres can make a massive difference for EVs

This video shows how tyres can make a massive difference for EVs

Engineering Explained uses a lot of math to show electric cars should have fat/tall sidewall tires.
By Gustavo Henrique Ruffo 13 November 2020
Supercars SSC Tuatara set top speed record on regular Michelin tyres

SSC Tuatara set top speed record on regular Michelin tyres

SSC tested the tyres under load before attempting the run.
By Anthony Alaniz 23 October 2020
09:30 Technology Winter and all-season tyres put to test - which are best for AWD car?

Winter and all-season tyres put to test - which are best for AWD car?

You know the answer. But here's living proof.
By Anthony Karr 20 October 2020
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