What are the models of Michelin tires?

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DelKennedy
07/29/25 10:30pm
Here is a detailed introduction to the main Michelin tire models currently available in China: 1. Energy Series: Economical/durable/quiet and comfortable, suitable for small and medium-sized vehicles with 14-18 inch rims. The Energy series is Michelin's flagship economical and durable tire line. The XM1+ is positioned as economical and durable, while the XM2 focuses on durability and safety. Compared to the previous two, the MXV8 offers better comfort and quieter performance, making it more suitable for medium and large-sized vehicles. 2. Primacy Series: Quiet and comfortable/fuel-efficient/safe/handling-oriented, suitable for medium and large-sized vehicles with 15-19 inch rims. The Primacy series is Michelin's flagship quiet and comfortable tire line, mainly including Primacy LC, Primacy 3ST, and Primacy HP. The LC is positioned for quiet comfort and fuel efficiency, while the HP focuses on quiet comfort and strong handling performance. The latest Primacy 3ST emphasizes safety along with quiet comfort. 3. Pilot Series: High-performance/handling/safety, suitable for high-performance vehicles with 14-21 inch rims. The Pilot series represents Michelin's high-performance tires, mainly featuring five tread patterns: PP2, PS2, PS3, PSS, and CUP2. These four tires are positioned for high performance and handling, but they also have some drawbacks, such as excessive road noise, poor comfort, and wear indices around 300, indicating lower durability. 4. Latitude SUV Series: Latitude Tour HP, off-road/comfortable/wear-resistant, suitable for SUV models with 15-22 inch rims (excluding 21 inches). Michelin's SUV tires are mainly from the Latitude series, expanding Michelin's product coverage in the SUV tire market and providing more choices for luxury SUV owners.
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