What will reduce fuel consumption for trucks?

Rolling resistance directly impacts fuel consumption. The more energy a tyre loses through deformation, the harder the engine has to work, resulting in greater fuel usage.
It occurs because truck tyres deform when they come into contact with the road. This deformation uses energy, and some of that energy is lost as heat rather than contributing to forward motion.
A very hard wheel on a very hard ground would mean very little rolling resistance. Railroads are a great example of this phenomenon. But with tyres, it's a different story.

In addition to the truck's weight, load and load distribution are two factors that can have an impact on rolling resistance.

●    Tyre composition:

The material properties of a tyre determine its flexibility, grip, and ability to resist deformation. 
Tyre composition is our specialty. At Michelin, we have therefore studied the question to optimise rolling resistance as much as possible.

Obtaining lower rolling resistance is one of the most effective ways of reducing fuel consumption. So, with that in mind, Michelin developed innovative solutions to address this challenge.
One breakthrough came in 1992 when Michelin introduced silica into tyre composition. Silica reduces internal friction within the rubber, significantly lowering rolling resistance without compromising grip or durability.

Other MICHELIN technologies help reduce fuel consumption as well, whether through lower rolling resistance or through optimized wear performance. With MICHELIN INFINICOIL technology, a continuous steel wire up to 400 meters long is wrapped around the tyre to enhance its stability over its lifespan. The tyre's increased durability at higher load capacities results in enhanced fuel efficiency and greater casing mileage potential. 

MICHELIN POWERCOIL technology involves high-strength steel cables infused with rubber in the tyre. These enhance casing endurance and casing mileage potential, as well, while also reducing rolling resistance. 
Finally, MICHELIN-patented REGENION technology, enabled by 3D metal printing techniques, provides solid grip over the tire’s lifetime with new grooves emerging as the tyre wears. Plus, the more compact and rigid tread pattern provides higher mileage, more consistent wear and lower fuel consumption.
That's why our truck tyres are designed to offer an optimised rolling resistance.

Optimised rolling resistance has a positive effect on both your costs and the environment.

1.    Economic savings: Trucks fitted with optimised tyres consume less fuel, which reduces operating costs. Over time, these savings can be substantial, especially for large fleets. 
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2.    Reduced carbon emissions: Every used litre of fuel produces approximately 3,24kg of CO2⁴. By improving rolling resistance, trucks consume less fuel and therefore emit less CO2. 

3.    Enhanced tyre lifespan: Tyres with reduced deformation wear more evenly and more slowly, leading to longer replacement intervals and lower replacement costs.

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