Michelin on the eve of summer: More tires quality and reliable
By the rapidly approaching summer season, the French shinodel decided to expand the range of summer models by introducing new sizes for vehicles of all segments.
The michelin defender ltx reviews says , michelin tires the size range of which already covers a wide range of crossovers and SUVs, will now be offered considering the new 23 sizes covering wheel rims with a diameter of 17-21 inches. Some sizes will appear run-flat technology.
Despite the fact that the model appeared on the tire market only last year, today it is already part of the factory configuration of the BMW X5, Porsche Macan, etc. This year also brought Michelin several new contracts for the supply of original equipment. Latitude Sport 3 tires will be equipped with updated VW Touareg, as well as the new Mercedes-Benz GLK and Audi Q5.
The main factor in expanding the list of homologations was the improvement of a number of operational parameters relative to the previous model. On wet asphalt, Michelin LS3 tires show a reduced stopping distance of 2.7 meters, have a strong frame, and as a result, they can boast of durability and longer running time, they are distinguished by first-class grip and good handling in any summer weather.
Designed for small crossovers, as well as mid-size and business-class cars, Michelin Primacy 3 tires have 4 new sizes in their arsenal with 16 to 19-inch diameters.
In comparison with the predecessor of the Michelin Primacy HP, the “three” slows down better on both dry and wet asphalt. Braking performance decreased by 2 and 1.5 meters respectively. It was possible to improve the Michelin engineers and transverse grip in wet conditions. Improved this figure by 4%. In addition, the optimization properties of Primacy 3 and touched mileage, and fuel efficiency.
The line of special development for racing tracks Michelin defender ltx (which, by the way, can be operated on public roads) will be replenished with 20 new standard sizes with landing diameters from 17 to 21 inches. Due to what the model will be available for use not only on powerful sports cars, but also on sports versions of mid-size cars.
Thanks to the unique rubber compound of the tread , the Pilot Sport Cup 2 provides reliable grip and control at high gears, as well as stable performance even with strong heat. Therefore, it is not surprising that the Michelin PSC2 is included in the initial package of supercars such as the Ferrari 458 Speciale, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS-Coupe Black Series and the Porsche 918 Spyder. Also tire homologated for Renault Megane RS Trophy 275 R and Porsche Carrera 997 GT3 RS.
Why German car manufacturers are more successful than their French counterparts?
Last year, Renault's net profit fell 39% (2.09 billion euros) while that of PSA was halved to just 588 million euros. In Germany, on the contrary, 2011 will be remembered as a historic exercise for local brands of fine mechanics. Volkswagen has indeed become the most profitable group in the history of the automobile with net profits of 15.4 billion euros. Its high-end subsidiary, Audi , remained its cash cow with unprecedented after-tax profits of € 4.44 billion (+ 68.8%) and its big capital, BMW., remained the world's leading brand of high-end cars with a net profit of 4.9 billion euros (+ 51.3%). Daimler also had a record year with a net profit of six billion euros. Even in France, Germans do better than their local competitors. In March, registrations of models assembled by PSA tumbled 33.2% while those of BMW increased by 2.3%. The success of the Rhine builders is however not due to chance. Far from there...
The main reason for their current success dates back to the aftermath of the Second World War. On the smoky rubble of their bombed factories, car manufacturers have indeed decided to focus on the high-end while their competitors in France have specialized in small cars affordable and unprofitable. The cheapest model yet assembled in the Federal Republic is the Volkswagen Golf, which is not cheap. This policy enabled Rhine industrialists to offset the cost of labor, which remains the highest in Europe.
Attract a new clientele
The BMW , Audi and other Mercedes have also managed to successfully expand their portfolio of models. By marketing SUVs or big sedans, such as Porsche , or by looking instead to sell city cars like the A1 or the Class A, the manufacturers were able to seduce a new range of customers. The small cars particularly charmed the young and the women who sulked until then these high-end brands.
Our neighbors have also played very well with European legislation to relocate a large part of their production tools while keeping their label "Made in Germany". Cars made up of 90% of spare parts of foreign origin can thus be considered as German if they are assembled in the Federal Republic. Few are the owners of Porsche Cayenne who are aware of driving in a Slovak off-road. The BMW X5 is American and the bodywork of Mercedes SLS AMG is prepared in Austria ... To reduce their costs without losing their identity, the German manufacturers have also become masters in the "art of invisible sharing". So, VW created platforms in the 1970s on which several models of various brands could be manufactured. Decided to go even further, VW is now multiplying the "modules". These components, also called "Toolboxes", are a combination of electronic elements, transmissions or drives that can be integrated in a large number of models.