True run-flats.....
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Melting Slicks
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True run-flats.....
I know this is old news, but now that Michelin supplies tires for Corvette (ZR1), how soon before we see this technology on a Corvette?
No more TPS, bent rims, etc. and I bet it rides better and is quieter than the GY tires.
No more TPS, bent rims, etc. and I bet it rides better and is quieter than the GY tires.
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I haven't finished my first cup of coffee yet but what specifically do the tires supplied by Michelin for the ZR1 have to do with experimental technology tires (which numerous tire makers are working-on)?
Interesting technology but I guess those needing to adjust tire 'pressures' at the track have to buy separate plastic inserts. Maybe they'll develop fake, snap-in sidewalls to mitigate the ugliness factor.
Interesting technology but I guess those needing to adjust tire 'pressures' at the track have to buy separate plastic inserts. Maybe they'll develop fake, snap-in sidewalls to mitigate the ugliness factor.
Melting Slicks
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The pics show the cross section for demonstration only. The production tires would have sidewalls and look like any conventional tire. This is from a very old article and it hasn't happened yet so don't hold your breath. Like many concepts, thats all this has been so far. I would tend to believe that many of it's advantages are due to sidewall height. A low profile version may be difficult as it may hinder it's abilities.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Upstate New York
I haven't finished my first cup of coffee yet but what specifically do the tires supplied by Michelin for the ZR1 have to do with experimental technology tires (which numerous tire makers are working-on)?
Interesting technology but I guess those needing to adjust tire 'pressures' at the track have to buy separate plastic inserts. Maybe they'll develop fake, snap-in sidewalls to mitigate the ugliness factor.
Interesting technology but I guess those needing to adjust tire 'pressures' at the track have to buy separate plastic inserts. Maybe they'll develop fake, snap-in sidewalls to mitigate the ugliness factor.
