Michelin Introduces Second Generation CrossClimate
Exactly 6.5 years after the introduction of the CrossClimate , Michelin today introduced the second generation of the tire, which is launched simultaneously throughout Europe. According to Michelin , the new generation all-season tire offers:
The benefits of a summer tire, in terms of braking performance on dry and wet roads, energy efficiency and longevity
The benefits of a winter tire, for traction and braking performance in snow and low temperatures. The 3PMSF (3-Peak-Mountain with Snow Flake) marking on the sides of CrossClimate 2 confirms that it can be used in winter, even in countries where winter tires are mandatory
The French company states that thanks to its important - and at first glance - conflicting performance characteristics, the CrossClimate 2 is able to cope with all weather conditions and meet the needs of drivers, regardless of the time of year.
CrossClimate 2 has an innovative combination of advanced technologies that cover all its parts, but mainly its rubber mixtures and tread. Its innovative features have been developed to offer the most efficient balance between the materials used for its tread and its carving and mark the arrival of a new generation of all-season tires as well as high performance that lasts, from the first to the last kilometer, ie up to the minimum allowable tread depth. The CrossClimate 2 - new and worn - topped six of nine tests (mainly in braking and traction tests) in 2020 and 2021.
More specifically, Michelin emphasizes that the CrossClimate 2 is at the top in a series of European tests, which include premium All-Season tires, such as:
Number 1 in braking on dry and wet roads (worn tires, up to the legal limit of tread wear),
In the snow, from the first to the last kilometer (new and worn)
Number 1 for traction performance in the snow, from the first to the last kilometer (new and worn),
Number 2 for wet braking performance (new) 2,
The new CrossClimate 2 also stands out for its mileage thanks to rubber blends and self-locking notches that reduce rolling resistance and improve tire life. The CrossClimate 2 is available in 105 dimensions, for 15 to 20 inch wheels, which is something of a challenge in terms of production management. The list includes 65 new dimensions, an increase of 40% compared to the list of its predecessor, CrossClimate +.
The rolling resistance of the CrossClimate 2 is comparable to that of a similar summer tire. Finally, the CrossClimate 2 tire range is manufactured in seven Michelin factories in Europe, mainly in France, Germany, Italy and Spain.
