MAJOR PERFORMANCE BENEFITS FOR AMBULANCE SERVICE AFTER SWITCH TO MICHELIN’S ALL-SEASON PRODUCT

22nd April 2024

South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is reporting significant benefits from the exclusive Michelin policy running across its 500-strong fleet, after transitioning its ambulances to the all-season MICHELIN Agilis CrossClimate product. Serving the counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire, the service has moved its ambulances – comprising mostly Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and Fiat Ducatos – from MICHELIN Agilis 3 summer tyres to the all-season fitment following testing at MIRA’s proving grounds in Warwickshire.…

MICHELIN ELEVATES SUSTAINABILITY FOCUS WITH FIRST WAVE OF ELECTRIC VANS

4th April 2024

Michelin has completed the first phase of its electric vehicle (EV) transition programme in the van fleet operated by its Services and Solutions division in the UK, after taking delivery of 17 Vauxhall Combo vans. The electric vans, supplied on a four-year lease and featuring distinctive Michelin livery showcasing its sustainability commitments, are part of ambitious plans to move the division’s 54-strong fleet to electric by 2026. Alastair Cameron, National Operations Manager - Services and Solutions at Michelin, says: “The introduction of electric vans is an important milestone for our division and aligns with Michelin’s whole environmental ethos as we constantly strive to reduce our CO2 emissions. …

MICHELIN TRAINING COURSE DELIVERS HUGE SALES BOOST FOR TYRE SPOT

18th March 2024

Tyre Spot, the North East-based tyre wholesaler and retailer, has put 30 of its staff through a bespoke Michelin training course centred on the manufacturer’s sustainability principles and CrossClimate family of products, resulting in skyrocketing sales of the all season tyre. Delivered by Michelin’s technical experts at Tyre Spot’s headquarters, the course focused on the innovative treadwear technologies that account for the tyre range’s impressive longevity, safety and performance in all weathers.…

MICHELIN FLEET PANEL PUSHES FOR BIGGER INDUSTRY FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY

23rd November 2023

Members of the Michelin Fleet Panel have called for the industry to accelerate progress towards more sustainable tyres and improve support for fleet managers transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). The panel, comprising representatives from some of the UK’s biggest leasing, fleet management and rental companies, as well as several major end-user fleets, addressed a series of industry challenges at a meeting held at the Wakefield site of Aston Barclay, the independent remarketing group and vehicle auction house.…

MICHELIN SECURES MAJOR TYRE INDUSTRY ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD FOR A SECOND YEAR

14th October 2022

Michelin rewarded for “visionary” and “template approach” to long-term sustainability Award sees Michelin beat off the challenge from rival manufacturers Michelin Tyre plc has been recognised for its commitment to decarbonisation, winning the prestigious Tyre Industry Environmental and Sustainable Solution of the Year Award for the second year running at the National Tyre Distributors Association…

FLEETS TO BENEFIT FROM NEW MICHELIN PRIMACY 4+ TYRE LAUNCH

21st February 2022

Michelin has introduced a new generation of tyre which is expected to prove one of its most popular fitments within the premium fleet car market, offering greater safety from the first to the last mile.(1) (2) The new MICHELIN Primacy 4+ replaces the previous generation Primacy 4 which was launched in 2018 and stands out for its exceptional braking performance on wet ground when worn.(3) …

MICHELIN DEBUTS AN AIRLESS PROTOTYPE TYRE FOR LAST-MILE DELIVERY ECARGO TRIKES

7th January 2022

With urban mobility and last-mile delivery key to sustainable solutions in the future, Michelin is developing products, offers and services for safer, more accessible, cleaner and more connected mobility. As a part of this effort, Michelin is introducing a prototype of its MICHELIN X Tweel airless radial tyre for eCargo trikes. Debuting at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the tyre will be mounted on the Coaster Cycles eCargo trike in their booth in the eMobility Experience and Test Track area.…

MICHELIN NAMES NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR UK & IRELAND

10th December 2021

Michelin Tyre plc has appointed John Howe as Managing Director for the UK & Ireland, with effect from 1 January 2022. He will also hold the role of B2C Sales Director, with responsibility for the company’s car, motorcycle and bicycle markets. Howe, 41, brings an impressive 25 years of service within the company, having begun…

MICHELIN AGILIS CROSSCLIMATES BECOME TYRE OF CHOICE FOR FJM LOGISTICS

29th November 2021

Belfast-based FJM Logistics will more than halve the number of tyres it fits across its 37-strong van fleet over the next 12 months following a move to Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tyres, bringing tangible financial, operational and environmental savings, as well as the assurance of genuine all-season traction and grip as the unpredictable winter weather closes in. FJM Logistics, which delivers up to 5,000 parcels per day, had grown frustrated with a predominantly budget tyre policy which was seeing tread wear of up to 2mm per week recorded on its front axle tyres – leading Managing Director Fraser Orr to seek expert advice from Michelin. …

NEW MICHELIN CROSSCLIMATE 2: THE IDEAL ALL-SEASON TYRE FOR THE BRITISH CLIMATE

17th September 2021

Michelin has launched the new MICHELIN CrossClimate 2, one of the most versatile tyres available to UK drivers. Building on the success of the CrossClimate+, Michelin’s new-generation All-Season tyre combines the benefits of a summer tyre in terms of wet and dry braking performance; energy efficiency and longevity, with the traction and braking benefits of a winter tyre in terms of wet weather grip and driving on snow or in low temperature conditions. This makes it an ideal choice for many UK drivers, especially in areas prone to more extreme weather events. …

MICHELIN AT THE 2021 IAA: TURNING PLASTIC WASTE INTO PREMIUM TYRES

1st September 2021

Michelin’s presence at the 2021 IAA has been created around its sustainability plans which, from 2024, will include processing recycled plastic into its tyres Using high-tech recycling processes, up to 143 yogurt cups and around 12.5 PET bottles* can be used in each tyre Michelin employees are working with the people of Munich during the…

MICHELIN APPOINTS CONOR TWOMEY AS COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR UK & IRELAND

20th August 2021

Michelin Tyre PLC has appointed Conor Twomey as Communications Director for the UK & Ireland. The role encompasses press and public relations, social media, events and internal communications across the UK and the Republic of Ireland and covers the entire Michelin brand portfolio, including car, motorcycle, bicycle, truck, bus, agriculture and construction tyres, the world-renowned…

ONTO SELECTS MICHELIN TYRES TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY

4th May 2021

All-inclusive electric car subscription service Onto is to fit Michelin replacement tyres across its fleet in a move to ensure customers can access dedicated electric vehicle (EV) tyres which support extended battery range, low noise and long-lasting safety – from the first mile to the last. Rob Jolly, Co-Founder and CEO at Onto, says: “We…

Michelin outlines vital checks as lockdowns ease

23rd March 2021

Tyre maker Michelin is urging motorists and fleet managers to complete essential safety checks before dusting off cars or vans that may have had very little use over the past 12 months. Being parked in one place for a significant period can affect handling, performance and safety, while drivers may also have neglected tyre maintenance…

Michelin tyres will be 100 per cent sustainable by 2050

23rd February 2021

Inspired by the VISION concept tyre introduced in 2017, an airless, connected, rechargeable and entirely sustainable solution, the Michelin Group is committed to making its tyres 100 per cent sustainable by 2050. Today, nearly 30* per cent of the components used in the manufacture of tyres produced by the Michelin Group are already made from natural, recycled or otherwise sustainable raw materials.…

Michelin to connect all its car tyres by 2023

11th December 2020

Michelin will incorporate Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips into all its car tyres by 2023. The manufacturer believes RFID technology is a cost-effective way of tracking tyres from cradle to grave and a significant contributor to predictive maintenance services. In addition, it will enhance driver safety by allowing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems such as ESP…

Fitting inappropriate tyres could impact running costs and performance, Michelin warns fleets

7th December 2020

Drivers and fleet managers are being urged to pay close attention when selecting replacement tyres for their cars and vans, with Michelin warning that inappropriate or incorrect fitments could negatively impact vehicle handling and performance characteristics – and in some cases risk invalidating the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty. Michelin’s fleet team points to a rise in…

Tyre dealer travels an extra 40 miles per tank with Michelin

18th August 2020

Mid Beds Tyres is benefiting from improved traction and an increased range of up to 40 miles per tank of fuel, since replacing the original equipment tyres on its MAN TGE 4×4 van, with a set of Michelin Agilis CrossClimates. The mobile tyre fitting specialist removed the original equipment rubber after just 15,000 miles in…

Evans targets fleet growth in new role at Michelin

2nd June 2020

Michelin has appointed Andrew Evans to the new role of National Sales Manager B2C – Key Accounts, responsible for a team focused on car tyre sales to fleets and national wholesalers across the UK and Ireland. Evans, 34, has enjoyed a strong 12-year career at Michelin and was promoted to this new post after three…

Michelin places focus on customer centricity with new National Sales Manager team

2nd June 2020

Michelin has named two National Sales Managers to look after its car tyre business in the retail, wholesale and fleet markets across the UK and Ireland. The move sees Andrew Evans appointed to the new role of National Sales Manager B2C – Key Accounts, and Andy Aylward take on the new role of National Sales…

Michelin launches new Agilis 3 summer tyre

1st June 2020

Michelin has launched its new Agilis 3 summer tyre for light commercial vehicles, bringing peace of mind to operators looking to optimise their costs and reduce their environmental footprint, without compromising on safety. Featuring technology not used within light commercial vehicle tyres previously, the Agilis 3 range provides a high level of safety on wet…

New Michelin tyre policy delivers year-round for Yodel

20th April 2020

Independent parcel carrier Yodel is rolling out a new generation of tyres designed to maximise the safety and mobility of its delivery vans in all weathers, including on dry, wet, icy and snow-covered roads. Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tyres will initially be fitted across Yodel’s fleet of 550 Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, directly supporting the firm’s ability to…

Michelin shares tyre advice for car and van fleets facing extended lay up

15th April 2020

Michelin has issued special guidance for firms parking fleets of cars and vans for extended periods during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brian Porteous, Michelin’s Technical Manager – Car, Van, 4×4 and Government Contracts, has detailed steps to follow before laying up vehicles, along with advice on periodic inspections and preparing assets to re-enter service. He advises:…

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tyres offer Sonic Rail Services the ideal all-year-round solution

2nd December 2019

Sonic Rail Services (SRS) is moving its entire van fleet to a Michelin Agilis CrossClimate policy after a successful trial highlighted the tyre’s safety benefits and savings potential. The rail infrastructure business – which works on a variety of construction projects for Network Rail and London Underground – currently runs Michelin Agilis tyres on its…

Huge mileage savings see Cooper Brothers turn to Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

14th October 2019

Cooper Brothers has moved its wholesale delivery fleet to a Michelin Agilis CrossClimate policy after a trial discovered the tyres outlasted rival fitments by more than 15,000 miles. The family-owned business has been selling and fitting tyres across Lanarkshire for more than 40 years. Keen to get the best policy for its fleet of 20…

Michelin shares advice to help fleets reduce running costs

18th July 2019

Businesses could be extending their tyre replacement intervals and taking advantage of greater efficiency savings if company car and van drivers were encouraged to take greater care of their tyres, advises Michelin’s fleet team. The tyre manufacturer is prompting fleet managers to remind drivers of four simple steps they can take to extend tyre life,…

Michelin Fleet Panel pushes for clarity on company car tax

27th June 2019

Members of the Michelin Fleet Panel have requested Transport Select Committee member and MP for Stoke-On-Trent South, Jack Brereton, to seek clarity from the government on tax changes in preparation for the introduction of the Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) from April 2020. The panel, which comprises representatives from some of the UK’s…