Tyres to reduce CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles

The construction sector is facing major regulatory changes. In Europe, for example, Low Emission Zones (LEZs) are proliferating in major cities and urban areas, imposing strict restrictions on the vehicles that operate there.

For construction companies, this means adopting environmentally-friendly heavy-duty vehicles, such as those running on battery electric power or natural gas. These regulations are forcing companies to renew their vehicle fleets to meet these new requirements.

Large companies, particularly the sector leaders, must not only comply with these new rules, but also demonstrate their commitment to reducing CO2 emissions. To achieve this, strategic choices need to be made, such as the use of low-emission heavy-duty vehicles and the choice of tyres that reduce environmental impact.

Efficient tyres play a key role in meeting these new requirements and making the ecological transition. In this context, rolling resistance is a key factor in reducing the carbon footprint of vehicles.

Tyres with low rolling resistance not only lower fuel consumption, but also reduce CO2 emissions. This is particularly important for heavy-duty vehicle fleets where a diesel-powered truck can consume between 50 and 80 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres. In times of high fuel costs, efficient management of fuel consumption has become a priority.

In addition, tyres must now be able to support the weight of electric vehicle batteries, which requires higher load ratings.

If you're looking for tyres that can both reduce the CO2 emissions of your heavy-duty vehicles and withstand the aggressive conditions of construction sites, then you've come to the right place.

Two MICHELIN ranges meet these needs: MICHELIN X^® WORKS and MICHELIN X^® WORKS HD. We'll explain their features below so that you can make the right choice.