HANOVER, Germany — Group Michelin has developed a "light particle" analysis system that it claims will help it advance the study of tire road wear particles (TRWP), the tiny debris generated by the ...

Perhaps the most important wear items in your car are the tires that keep it planted to the ground. With vehicles getting bigger and heavier—especially electric cars—tires are wearing out more quickly ...

MUNICH—Resistance to wear and the generation of rubber-particle emissions are now key performance criteria for tire manufacturers—as evidenced by recent announcements from Michelin and Sumitomo Rubber ...

The tire maker Michelin provides original-equipment tires for seven out of 10 EVs sold in the U.S. And yet it acknowledges that EV drivers shouldn’t be buying as many tires as they are. It’s a ...

Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for ...

Discover the fascinating journey of automotive tires, from Robert Thompson's 19th-century pneumatic invention to Michelin's ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Among the many symbols and features on your tire, one of the markings you're probably most familiar with is the tread wear indicators. Tread ...

Ever wondered what motorists think of their tires and if they rank them any way? Don't despair if you didn't, because J.D. Power and Associates took care of that job for you. While you should always ...