What are Michelin Green Tyres?

In 1992, Michelin launched its 1st generation of low fuel consumption “green tyres”, made possible by the partial substitution of carbon black with silica. MICHELIN Energy Saver uses the latest generation silica which almost completely replaces the carbon black.

How long do Michelin Energy Saver tires last?

Lasts up to 16,000 Miles Longer than a Leading Competitor***

Is Michelin XM2 good?

Not bad at all , very good dry and wet grip, road feedback is good, have them for 10k kilos still like new, however they are a little noisy and squeaky especially in summer day. They’re not that eco tiers they rate c , but not bad at all. Just change my Honda city gm6 new set of XM2 plus at RM180 per pcs.

What are Michelin Energy Saver Tyres?

The Energy Saver A S is an all-season tire designed with a silica compound that boosts traction and braking on dry or wet roads. To improve gas mileage, the tire features EnergySaver Construction and a special tread rubber that work together to keep the tire cooler and reduce fuel consumption.

Do Michelin do run flat tyres?

Michelin produces a number of models which may come as a Run Flat tyre. Michelin signify that a particular model is a Run Flat tyre by printing ZP on the sidewall of the tyre.

What are green tyres?

The “green” tires that are made with the help of Silica/Silane-system from Evonik save fuel, thanks to their low rolling resistance. They also safely keep vehicles on the road, even under extreme weather conditions.

Why are Michelin tires more expensive?

Why Are Michelin Tires More Expensive? Michelin tires are more expensive because of their exceptional quality, long-lasting warranty, and high industrial rankings. It’s no news that the brand makes some of the most expensive tires.

Do Michelin Energy Saver tires work?

What did we find? Both the Michelin Energy Saver A/S and Cooper GFE performed well. The Michelin garnered an excellent overall score, second only to its sibling the long- wearing Michelin HydroEdge.

What is the difference between Michelin XM2 and XM2+?

The new Michelin Energy XM2+ tyres are the new budget offerings from the French manufacturer and replace the XM2 series that were on sale for the last eight years. Michelin says that the tyres retain their performance when close to balding, and in fact offer better braking despite being at the tyre wear indicator.

Where are Michelin XM2 made?

Unlike Japanese tyres that are too soft and noisy, the XM2 has the perfect balance between longevity, performance and low noise. I used to buy Japan made Michelins and I am told they are all made in Thailand. Notwithstanding, they offer excellent value proposition and these XM2 are expected to last for 4 years.

Are Energy Saver tires worth it?

Good driving habits like this can save as much 10% in fuel economy. Fuel efficient tires have a significant impact too. The typical low rolling resistance tire should save somewhere between 1.0% and 4.0% per gallon compared to a traditional all-season that does not have low rolling resistance features.

How do you know if a Michelin TYRE is run-flat?

Michelin signify that a particular model is a Run Flat tyre by printing ZP on the sidewall of the tyre. To find out whether the tyres currently fitted to your vehicle are Run Flat tyres, check to see if this symbol appears on the sidewall.