﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:12:52 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Our online newsroom is now at www.gk.news/michelin-truck-bus</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/our-online-newsroom-is-now-at-www-gk-news-michelin-truck-bus,c2201588</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2476288</guid><description><![CDATA[28 February 2017
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This newsroom is no longer updated but will continue to serve as an archive.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 12:16:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin riders prepare to saddle up for 450km South African adventure</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-riders-prepare-to-saddle-up-for-450km-south-african-adventure,c2186665</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2455048</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, February 13, 2017
A group of five cyclists from Michelin’s UK head office is preparing to swap Stoke-on-Trent for South Africa, as they take on some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, riding 450km in five days from the Western Cape to the southern-most tip of the African continent.

The team is representing Michelin as part of a major fundraising initiative for Transaid, an international development organisation that transforms lives through safe, available, and sustainable transport.

Whilst in South Africa, they will also be putting Michelin’s latest generation]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 14:51:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Next-generation Michelin X Multi regional tyre range to make international debut at CV Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/next-generation-michelin-x-multi-regional-tyre-range-to-make-international-debut-at-cv-show,c2185277</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2452784</guid><description><![CDATA[NEC, Birmingham, Hall 5, Stand 5A45, 25-27 April 2017
Michelin is to commence replacement of its most popular heavy truck tyre range at this year’s CV Show, with the international debut of the all-new X Multi tyre line-up. Official testing has shown the next-generation fitments deliver 15-20 per cent more mileage than the current Michelin X MultiWay 3D series, at no extra cost.

Designed to blend the lowest cost per kilometre with outstanding grip in all weather conditions – from the first millimetre of tread to the last – the new tyres will initially be available from April in 315/70 R 22.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2017 10:38:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin launches geo-locating emergency tyre service app for commercial vehicle drivers</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-launches-geo-locating-emergency-tyre-service-app-for-commercial-vehicle-drivers,c2167956</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2429531</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, January 17, 2017
Michelin has upgraded its ONCall breakdown assistance service with the launch of a geolocation app and a new pay-as-you-go facility. Michelin ONCall began as a pilot in the UK and North America, and on the back of its success, is being extended to a further 34 European countries.

The app can be used across the UK and Ireland and is designed to help commercial vehicle drivers access roadside assistance without the potential inaccuracy of trying to pinpoint their location.

It is believed to be the first smartphone tool of its kind to use geolocation]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2017 11:16:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BMD Transport cuts tyre bill by 25 per cent after switch to Michelin</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/bmd-transport-cuts-tyre-bill-by-25-per-cent-after-switch-to-michelin,c2164263</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2424503</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, January 11, 2017
Leicester-based bulk aggregate haulier BMD Transport has cut its monthly tyre bill by 25 per cent after switching to a Michelin policy.

The family-run company reported the savings soon after switching its entire fleet to the premium fitments, and expects to see further reductions in running costs as it takes advantage of the tyres’ multiple lives.

Declan Chokar, Director and Transport Manager at BMD Transport, says: “Although we previously had a premium tyre policy in place with another manufacturer, the return on investment since switching to Michelin]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:14:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin X Line Energy range expands with six new tyre sizes</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-x-line-energy-range-expands-with-six-new-tyre-sizes,c2146973</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2400894</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, December 12, 2016
Michelin has expanded its fuel-saving X Line Energy tyre range with the launch of six new fitments, enabling more truck fleets to benefit from its most fuel-efficient truck tyre generation.

The new additions are designed primarily for mega-volume trailers, car transporters and low height tractor units, and offer improved mileage, increased fuel efficiency and a lower rolling resistance compared to the previous generation of Michelin fuel-saving tyres in these sizes.

The launch sees Michelin X Line Energy multi-position tyres now available in 315/60 R]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 13:58:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin says accidental damage claim rate of less than 0.2 per cent demonstrates premium reliability</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-says-accidental-damage-claim-rate-of-less-than-0-2-per-cent-demonstrates-premium-reliabilit,c2134545</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2380999</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, November 30, 2016
Michelin’s accidental damage guarantee for its regional and construction tyre ranges is delivering on its promise of first class reliability and uptime for commercial vehicle fleets. Michelin has received just 98 claims for damage in the six months from 1 May to 31 October 2016, of which 92 were accepted as valid – from more than 54,000 eligible tyres sold on the replacement market.

The accidental damage guarantee – believed to be unique amongst bus, coach and truck tyre manufacturers in UK and Irish markets – offers customers the ultimate protection]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2016 15:09:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin unveiled as exclusive retread supplier to DTM</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-unveiled-as-exclusive-retread-supplier-to-dtm,c2125422</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2367520</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, November 17, 2016
Michelin has been contracted as exclusive retread supplier to Direct Tyre Management (DTM).

The four-year deal will see Michelin supply about 20,000 Encore-brand truck tyres a year from its factory in Stoke-on-Trent.

DTM, the leading UK independent tyre management solution provider, manages commercial fleets across the UK to reduce costs and downtime for customers, at the same time as enhancing safety and compliance.

Guy Heywood, Commercial Director for Truck and Bus at Michelin, said: “This is a really pleasing contract win for us. Encore tyres]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:28:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin technical team unlocks potential cost savings for Northern Ireland Prison Service</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-technical-team-unlocks-potential-cost-savings-for-northern-ireland-prison-service,c2102515</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2333918</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, October 17, 2016
Michelin’s technical team could be the key to helping reduce tyre bills and increase fleet efficiency for the Northern Ireland Prison Service, after the manufacturer carried out a free tyre assessment of its prisoner transport fleet.

The Service selected HMP Maghaberry’s Prisoner Escorting and Court Custody Service (PECCS) for the assessment – a mixed fleet of 13 trucks and 18 vans that faces the constant threat of kerbing, speed bumps, and the challenge of manoeuvring in tight urban areas.

The Service’s vehicles have traditionally operated on budget]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 11:20:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Prospect Coaches rolls out Michelin policy after technical support goes “above and beyond”</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/prospect-coaches-rolls-out-michelin-policy-after-technical-support-goes--above-and-beyond-,c2081335</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2306235</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, September 16, 2016
West Midlands-based Prospect Coaches has switched its fleet to a Michelin tyre policy after receiving “above and beyond” support from the Michelin technical team.

Prior to adopting the new policy, the company fitted trial sets of Michelin X MultiWay 3D regional tyres, but was so impressed with the Michelin team’s excellent customer service that it switched manufacturers before performance data had even been recorded.

As the trials began, Michelin’s technical team carried out site visits to determine the correct tyre pressures for every type of vehicle]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2016 14:32:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin expands accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-expands-accidental-damage-guarantee-for-regional-tyres,c2022822</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2226700</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, June 3, 2016
Michelin is extending its accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres across the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI), significantly increasing the range of fitments covered to offer customers even more protection against the financial costs of accidental damage.

The company’s X Multi Guarantee now covers 37 tyre sizes, including Michelin’s most popular products on the replacement and original equipment markets. This marks an increase of 34 fitments from the previous scheme – and includes all X Multi and X MultiWay regional tyres, in all available sizes.

The]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2016 09:24:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test set longevity prompts Blaby District Council’s switch to Michelin</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/test-set-longevity-prompts-blaby-district-council-s-switch-to-michelin,c2008862</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2205378</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, May 13, 2016
Blaby District Council in Leicestershire has switched to a Michelin tyre policy across its commercial vehicle fleet, after a test set of Michelin X Works tyres demonstrated extraordinary longevity in a year-long trial.

Impressed with the test results, Blaby District Council now fits Michelin across most of the fleet, which includes a mix of 18 Mercedes-Benz and Dennis refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), a 12.5 tonne road sweeper, two 5.2 tonne Iveco Dailys and a single 7.5 tonne DAF 45, plus 30 light commercial vehicles. It is also specifying the tyres as]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2016 11:09:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Truck tyre size shift continues, reports Michelin</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/truck-tyre-size-shift-continues--reports-michelin,c2002653</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2196898</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, May 4, 2016
Michelin has reported that demand for truck tyres on the UK replacement market is continuing to show a steady shift to 315/70 R 22.5 fitments – driven by the growth of Euro VI registrations and operators realising the total cost of ownership benefits offered over traditional low aspect ratio 295/80 R 22.5 tyres.

The premium tyre manufacturer points to figures released by the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers Association which show the 295/80 R 22.5 – the long-time favourite of UK hauliers– has decreased its share of the UK's replacement market by 3 points]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2016 10:19:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin launches expanded X Works rugged tyre range for construction sector</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-launches-expanded-x-works-rugged-tyre-range-for-construction-sector,c9954904</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2172075</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, April 13, 2016
Michelin has extended its range of robust X Works tyres for the construction sector, adding five new tyres to the line-up of rugged fitments.

Available with immediate effect, the X Works range now boasts 315/80 R 22.5 X Works Z (multi-position) tyres, X Works D (drive axle) tyres, plus 385/65 R 22.5 X Works T (trailer axle) tyres. Michelin has renewed its tyre offer for a complete rig – steer, drive and trailer – in the market’s key sizes.

Designed for operators who do most of their mileage on roads, but that need traction / robustness on rough tracks and]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2016 11:20:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin tyres deliver cost-efficiency to Hart’s content</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-tyres-deliver-cost-efficiency-to-hart-s-content,c9926485</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2129127</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, February 29, 2016
Cornwall-based Hart’s Haulage has switched to a 100 per cent Michelin policy, after a trial revealed the premium tyres deliver “cost-efficiency, reliability and longevity”.

The family-run company, which operates from a depot near the picturesque town of Redruth, previously operated a mixed tyre policy, but made the move to Michelin following a trial with a set of X MultiWay 3D XDE drive and XZE all-position tyres.

“Tyre-related downtime was an issue we wanted to address,” says Hart’s Haulage Director and founder Neil Hart. “So, we looked at the]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Feb 2016 11:48:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michelin MyAccount reduces tyre costs for TW Services</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/michelin-myaccount-reduces-tyre-costs-for-tw-services,c9912856</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2109069</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent, February 11, 2016
TW Services is using a new online portal from Michelin to unlock additional value from its tyres and reduce operating costs.

TW Services is an independently owned waste and recycling company in Kent, which registered for the free service – Michelin MyAccount – to access an additional layer of support from the manufacturer, including tailored offers and services.

Available to all commercial vehicle customers across the UK, MyAccount gives operators the ability to select which tyre promotions they take part in, with resulting cashback promotions paid]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2016 14:10:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>C&amp;J COACH TOURS REDUCES TYRE SPEND WITH MICHELIN MYACCOUNT SERVICE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/c-j-coach-tours-reduces-tyre-spend-with-michelin-myaccount-service,c9896286</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2084100</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – January 14, 2016
C&J Coach Tours has signed up to Michelin’s new online portal – Michelin MyAccount – and is using the service to reduce its annual tyre spend.

The owner-operator coach tour and holiday company subscribed to the free resource on recommendation of its local ATS Euromaster branch in Colchester, which handles its tyre fitments and servicing. Since then the company has benefited from extra support from Michelin, including offers and additional services.

MyAccount was designed to support commercial vehicle customers across the UK, allowing operators to]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 13:01:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>NEW FUEL-SAVING MICHELIN X LINE ENERGY TYRES APPROVED FOR MERCEDES-BENZ ACTROS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/new-fuel-saving-michelin-x-line-energy-tyres-approved-for-mercedes-benz-actros,c9892773</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2079030</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – January 7, 2016
Michelin has unveiled two new tyres in its fuel-saving X Line Energy range, counting Mercedes-Benz as a launch customer after the manufacturer approved the fitments for its Actros heavy truck.

Michelin’s new 385/55 R 22.5 X Line Energy F steer and 315/70 R 22.5 X Line Energy D2 drive tyres will be available for customers to specify as original equipment for Actros trucks shipped from January 2016.

The Actros was designed from the ground up to be dedicated to long-distance transport – a task to which the new fuel-efficient Michelin tyres are ideally]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2016 12:17:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>STEEL HAULIER MCL LOGISTICS FORGES LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH MICHELIN</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/steel-haulier-mcl-logistics-forges-lasting-relationship-with-michelin,c9881888</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2061918</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – December 9, 2015
General and specialist haulier MCL Logistics believes a tyre supply agreement with Michelin paves the way for expansion, after several tyre sets fitted by the manufacturer to a variety of vehicles outperformed a premium rival in terms of durability, longevity and total cost of ownership.

The Newport, Wales-based company is growing rapidly – it has increased its fleet by 65 trucks and 150 trailers over the last three years alone, to a total of 105 trucks and 220 trailers. It signed up to a 100 per cent Michelin policy after being persuaded to switch by the]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:37:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>NEW TYRE STRATEGY PAYS OFF FOR SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/new-tyre-strategy-pays-off-for-scottish-fire-and-rescue-service,c9878627</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2056859</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – December 3, 2015
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is benefiting from improved tyre life, durability and traction for its frontline appliances after adopting the latest generation truck tyres.

The brigade became the first emergency service in the UK to fit a set of 315/70 R 22.5 Michelin X MultiWay 3D XZE all-position (steer) tyres in 2011. Four years on, the fitments are still fitted after more than 58,000 km in service and are projected to achieve in excess of 71,000 km – an approximate 94 per cent increase in mileage performance over the previous fitment.

Fleet]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2015 10:42:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>STEWART POOLEY APPOINTED MICHELIN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT COUNTRY MANAGER</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/stewart-pooley-appointed-michelin-original-equipment-country-manager,c9873255</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2048498</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – November 24, 2015
Michelin Tyre plc has appointed Stewart Pooley, 58, as UK Original Equipment Country Manager for the company’s truck and bus division.

The 26-year Michelin veteran assumes the role after two years as Sales Manager for Michelin solutions, a separate business launched in 2013 to take offers other than purely tyres to the marketplace.

The role will see Pooley working closely with domestic bus, coach, trailer and truck manufacturers, as well as advising manufacturers importing finished vehicles into the UK from production plants worldwide.

Commenting]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2015 14:52:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MAN TO FIT FUEL-SAVING MICHELIN TYRES AS PREFERRED OPTION ON EFFICIENTLINE2</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/man-to-fit-fuel-saving-michelin-tyres-as-preferred-option-on-efficientline2,c9871470</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2045707</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – November 20, 2015
MAN has chosen Michelin’s 315/70 R 22.5 X Line Energy tyres as preferred choice for its new EfficientLine2 model, after intensive testing revealed the tyres’ fuel-saving credentials perfectly suit the long-haul truck’s drive for efficiency.

In trials conducted with the support of Michelin’s UK technical team, low rolling resistance Michelin 315/70 X Line Energy tyres ran a 130 mile test route for a week. The 315/70 R 22.5 X Line Energy tyres were being tested directly alongside sets of Michelin’s X MultiWay 3D ‘regional’ tread pattern tyres in 295/80 R]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2015 12:52:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>TWO-YEAR TRIAL DRIVES PF BOOTH &amp; SON TO ADOPT NEW MICHELIN 315/70 TYRE POLICY</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/two-year-trial-drives-pf-booth---son-to-adopt-new-michelin-315-70-tyre-policy,c9866969</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2038448</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – November 13, 2015
Road transport and warehousing firm PF Booth & Son is to convert its entire truck fleet to run on Michelin 315/70 R 22.5 X MultiWay 3D tyres, after testing revealed the lower profile fitments’ “bloomin’ marvellous” mileage performance.

As part of intensive trials conducted over a period of two years, Michelin’s UK technical team fitted a set of Michelin 315/70 R 22.5 X MultiWay 3D XZE steer and XDE drive tyres to a PF Booth & Son MAN TGX 6x2 tractor unit. The tyres were pitted against existing data for the incumbent supplier’s premium brand 295/80 R 22.5]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2015 10:52:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RENAULT SELECTS FUEL-SAVING MICHELIN TYRES AS STANDARD ON T-SERIES OPTIFUEL MODEL</title><link>http://news.cision.com/michelin-truck/r/renault-selects-fuel-saving-michelin-tyres-as-standard-on-t-series-optifuel-model,c9851551</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2013880</guid><description><![CDATA[Stoke-on-Trent – October 20, 2015
Renault’s 6x2 T-series Optifuel heavy truck will roll off the production line on Michelin 315/70 R 22.5 X Line Energy tyres as standard, after intensive trials revealed the fuel-saving potential of Michelin’s latest generation low rolling resistance tyres.

During three days of testing around a 143.6 mile test route, the low rolling resistance Michelin 315/70 X Line Energy tyres – designed to operate at a high average speed on long-distance trunking – showed a three per cent advantage in fuel efficiency over a set of competing premium-brand 295/80 R 22.5 ‘]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2015 13:56:22 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>