Michelin Says Its New Tires Can Increase EV Range

The Importance of Tires

Tires are a vital part of every car; most drivers overlook them as simple rubber that allows the car to move on the road. The fact is, they affect your car more than you know, and using the right kind of tire can actually benefit your driving and ownership experience for the better.

One major aspect of tire performance can be traced to efficiency and performance. EVs rely heavily on their tires to eke out as many miles of range as possible. Michelin recognizes this and has launched a new line for more efficiency and another line for performance EVs.

Primacy 5 Energy

The French tiremaker wants to capitalize on the increase in EV mobility, and the new technology found in the Primacy 5 Energy caters to those seeking to get the most out of their tires across the board. For starters, this new version is graded A for wet braking performance, and it stops 8% shorter than its predecessor when new and worn up to the 2mm tread depth.

Backing up the new tire is the Energy Passive 2.0 technology, which uses functionalized elastomers, a new architecture, and resins to help it last longer. According to Michelin, independent testing has confirmed that the Primacy 5 Energy lasts 40% longer than most competitors.

Lastly, the new Primacy 5 Energy also offers improvements in efficiency. Testing has shown it can achieve up to a 6% reduction in fuel consumption and 10% more range for EVs.

Pilot Sport Energy 5

The Pilot Sport line from Michelin has been a go-to for those seeking performance-level grip and a dynamic driving feel. Part of Michelin's new push has been to give the Pilot Sport a new dimension of efficiency, introducing the Pilot Sport Energy 5.

It was developed using the brand's motorsport background and expertise, resulting in the Dynamic Response Technology and a new Adaptive Grip Compound to deliver improved grip in wet and dry conditions. Rolling resistance is the main enemy of fuel efficiency, so this new tire uses an Energy Passive compound, reducing rolling resistance to levels not usually seen for a sport tire. Finally, sports tires usually wear out more when used on track, but the new Max Touch technology ensures longevity through more even tire wear.

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