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GM, Michelin team up to introduce airless tires for passenger cars in 2024

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
April 14, 2023
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General Motors (GM) and Michelin, two giants in the automotive industry, have come together to develop airless tires. These innovative tires are designed to eliminate the need for air, making them puncture-proof, durable, and low maintenance.

Michelin and GM recently unveiled the MICHELIN Uptis (or ‘Unique Puncture-proof Tire System’) prototype, an airless tire system, at the Movin’On Summit for sustainable mobility. These innovative tires are expected to not only enhance fuel efficiency but also reduce environmental waste. According to GM, passenger vehicles equipped with the MICHELIN Uptis could hit the market as early as 2024.

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Although Michelin first introduced airless tire technology in 2005, the company has been striving to improve and refine the design ever since. To expedite the development and commercialization of this breakthrough technology, GM has joined forces with Michelin. The two companies have been collaborating on this project for several years and the most recent prototypes have demonstrated exceptional results in terms of durability, handling, and performance.

“General Motors is excited about the possibilities that Uptis presents, and we are thrilled to collaborate with Michelin on this breakthrough technology,” said Steve Kiefer, senior vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain, General Motors. “Uptis is an ideal fit for propelling the automotive industry into the future and a great example of how our customers benefit when we collaborate and innovate with our supplier partners.”

The new airless tires are made from a proprietary blend of composite materials and feature a unique structure that can support the weight of a vehicle without the need for air pressure. This means that the tires can never go flat, eliminating the risk of blowouts and reducing the need for spare tires. The new tires also have the potential to reduce waste, as they can be retreaded and reused multiple times, reducing the number of tires that end up in landfills.

With this partnership, GM and Michelin target disrupting the tire industry, offering drivers a safer, more sustainable, and more convenient alternative to traditional pneumatic tires.

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