Michelin Promotes EV Tires Via Volta EV Charging Network
Volta Inc. partnered with Michelin North America, Inc. to bring the mobility brand’s “Motion For Life” campaign to millions of EV drivers and consumers in the U.S. The campaign showcased Michelin’s innovative tires designed to maximize EV performance, making Volta—both an EV charging and media network—the ideal platform to meaningfully reach audiences while positively impacting
Michelin Appoints New Motorsports Director For North America
Michelin North America, Inc. has named Jason Anzalone director of motorsports, effective Aug. 1, 2022, succeeding Tony Ménard, who is returning to Michelin headquarters in France after three years in North America. Anzalone has served in several positions during his 11-year Michelin career, most recently as a strategic account director for Discount Tire and Tire
Fleet Tire Market to Outpace Overall Tire Market to 2026
Fleet tire consumption is growing along with population and middle-class expansion regardless of the economic and transportation setbacks related to COVID-19. Thanks to the shift in mobility that is taking place to 2026 and beyond, which includes greater efficiencies in commercial transport and the use of car- and ride-sharing fleets for personal transportation, the fleet
Volcon ePowersports Signs MOU With BFGoodrich Tires
Volcon Inc. is collaborating with BFGoodrich Tires to potentially develop an optimized tire, tire pressure monitoring system and vehicle suspension system which will enhance electric UTV vehicle performance through the co-development of this combination. The two companies will work together on several phases of development which will be determined as they move forward. The Volcon
Michelin North America Recalls Pilot Sport 4 ZP Tires
Michelin North America, Inc. is recalling certain Pilot Sport 4 ZP tires, size 255/35ZR19 96Y XL with DOT codes 0521 through 2121. The DOT certification symbol is missing from the tire sidewalls. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 139, “New Pneumatic Radial Tires for
Forbes Recognizes Michelin for Diversity in the Industry
Michelin has been named by Forbes magazine the 2022 Best Employer for Diversity in the automotive industry in the U.S. The company says this recognition highlights its commitment to providing motion for life for its 22,500 employees as well as its customers and the communities where the company operates. Michelin says it is focused on
Michelin to Implement Price Increases
Michelin is announcing price increases across its brands ranging from 5-12% on the majority of passenger and light truck replacement tires and service offers, up to 9% on motorcycle tires, and up to 12% for on-road and off-road commercial products and service offers. These increases will be effective on orders invoiced starting June 1, in
‘Quality Service After the Sale’ Sets Janesville Tire Apart
The sun peeked through the clouds on a breezy September morning in Clarion, Iowa as Paul Beckstrand jumped out of his pickup truck, gas station coffee in hand, to greet Big Bud 747. The tall white tractor, weighing in at 95,000 pounds, is billed as the world’s largest farm tractor, and on that summer day
Michelin Stops Some Production in Europe Due to Ukraine Crisis
The serious crisis currently unfolding in Ukraine is particularly impacting Europe. Michelin says it is monitoring the situation at all times at the highest level of the Company and expresses its full support for the victims of this conflict. Michelin says it is doing everything possible to support affected employees and also supports local initiatives
Forbes Recognizes Michelin in Top Categories
Michelin has been named by Forbes magazine No. 1 in the automotive industry and No. 5 overall among the best large employers in the U.S. in 2022. According to Michelin, as a sustainable mobility company, this recognition highlights its commitment to providing motion for life for its 23,000 employees as well as its customers and
Michelin Introduces New LED-Lit Mini Fridge
Michelin announced it is now offering a portable mini refrigerator that they say is ideal for the office, garage, vehicle, boat, dorm, campsite, tailgate party and more. Michelin says the fridge can hold six beverage cans or four water bottles. It works with 12V DC or 110V AC power, so you can plug it in
Michelin Implements Price Increase Across Certain Tire Brands
Due to market dynamics, Michelin North America, Inc. announced price increases up to 5% on select Michelin, BFGoodrich, and Uniroyal passenger and light truck winter tires. Michelin says these increases will be effective Apr. 1, in the U.S. and Canada. Price changes may vary across specific products within each brand portfolio. Details will be presented
