Michelin Sues FIA Over WRC Choice

(Akron/Tire Review) The long-running feud between Groupe Michelin and FIA will now apparently enter the courtroom.

Published: March 12, 2007

Michelin announced this afternoon in Europe that it was suing the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile, which sanctions Formula 1 and the World Rally Championship, asking that FIA’s single-tire deal with Pirelli SpA for the 2008-10 WRC seasons be “annulled due to irregularities in the tender process.”

Pirelli was named the sole tire supplier for the WRC last week, and Michelin, whose BFGoodrich brand is the lone tire in the series this season, expressed surprise and anger at the FIA’s decision. Pirelli, which had been active in the WRC for many ears, withdrew after last season, leaving BFGoodrich as the sole tire brand.

Cosmo Tires to include 40,000-70,000 mileage warranty on all PLT tires

Cosmo will continue its portfolio expansion later this year when it launches its new Gripit X/T, Rockit R/T, and Cosmo Kurrent.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 22, 2024

Cosmo Tires, distributed by Tire Group International, has introduced changes to its mileage warranty and road-hazard programs which will now feature a mileage warranty of 40,000-70,000 miles for all passenger and light truck tires offered.

“Our products are over-built and tested on the most rigorous tracks and terrains around the globe and this reflects our investments in manufacturing and quality. Now, all passenger and light truck tires carry Cosmo’s road hazard and mileage warranty ranging from 40,000-70,000 miles," said Dominick Montouri, chief strategy officer of Tire Group International, said.