Michelin has marketed its first range of electric bus tyres that can also be adapted for use on traditional urban and suburban vehicles: Michelin X Incity EV Z. Initially designed for electric vehicles, the MichelinX Incity EV Z tyre range is especially efficient when used on traditional buses.
While 5,000 electric buses are in use in Europe today, there will be ten times more on the road only five years from now. With this new tyre range, Michelin is supporting the transition towards cleaner, more efficient and more independent electric mobility solutions. That is a key factor in achieving sustainable cities.
To handle the weight of electric buses, which are heavier due to their batteries, Michelin electric bus tyres have an increased load capacity of up to 8 tonnes.
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In the interest of continually enhancing safety, particular attention has been paid to protecting the tyre sidewalls, as they are regularly in contact with sidewalk edges. A wear indicator on the side indicates when the tyres need to be rotated.
Thanks to Michelin Regenion technology, the Michelin X Incity EV Z range is built with a progressive tread design that delivers longitudinal and lateral grip.
The 10% greater longevity of Michelin X Incity EV Z tyres, combined with their 13% better rolling resistance and increased load capacity make a great combination for reducing fleet operating costs.
Michelin has decided on a standard size to facilitate fleet management: 275/70 R 22.5 152/149J.
Designed to be regroovable and retreadable, this range is marked 3PMSF, which attests to its high level of grip on snow-covered roads.
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All of the Michelin X Incity EV Z tyre's performance features reflect the combined benefits of five main innovative, patented technologies.
(1) Comparison of Load Index between 275/70 R 22.5 MICHELIN X INCITY EV Z (152/149J) versus MICHELIN X INCITY XZU (148/145J). Up to 8 tons due to the +15% load capacity as defined in ETRTO for urban usages (LI 152 for single fitment = 7100kg + 15% = 8165 kg on front axle).
(2) Internal measurement performed in 2020 of mileage thanks to Forcion technology, in comparison with 275/70 R 22.5 MICHELIN X INCITY™ XZU.
(3) Internal measurements of rolling resistance of 275/70 R 22.5 MICHELIN X INCITY EV Z, class C, in comparison with 275/70 R 22.5 MICHELIN X INCITY XZU, class D (+13%), and in comparison with 275/70 R 22.5 MICHELIN X INCITY HLZ, class D (+5%).
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About Michelin:
Dedicated to the improvement of sustainable mobility, Michelin designs, manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle, including airplanes, automobiles, bicycles, earthmovers, farm equipment, heavy-duty trucks and motorcycles. Michelin also offers a full range of innovative services and solutions that help make mobility safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. To create unique mobility experiences, Michelin publishes travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, maps and road atlases.
