Monday 17 May 2021
Michelin recently launched two types of tires in China, specifically made for electric vehicles. The new tires are meant to show Michelin’s “concern for Chinese consumers and the company’s development strategy,” Shanghai Daily reports. But… why would EVs need special tires to begin with? Well, it all boils down to weight. EVs generally weigh more than gasguzzlers, which means they wear tires down much faster. Also, worn tires will reduce the cars’ range, so there’s a lot to win by preventing that from happening. Michelin aims to tackle these exact issues with the e.PRIMACY and the Pilot Sport EV tires, designed for…
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