Michelin Signs Tyre Deal With A1gp
Michelin is to become the exclusive tyre partner to A1GP World Cup of Motorsport starting with the 2008/09 season.
The French company has signed a three year deal to provide tyres for the new A1GP Powered by Ferrari car.
Michelin tyre technicians have been working with the A1GP technical personnel to provide the best possible rubber for the series. Since the Powered by Ferrari car had its first run in Fiorano in late May it has been using the company’s tyres and has clocked up over 4,000 kilometres on tracks in Italy and Spain.
The tyre design stems from Formula One technologies seeking to offer both optimal performance and safety to the driver. Full rubber serration tests were performed on various tracks including Fiorano, Imola, Jerez and Mugello resulting in the best possible compromise between grip, endurance and wear.
Michelin will be present in the paddock to guarantee high-quality service throughout the season. The use of this high-technology product by all A1GP teams shall be supervised under the watchful and expert eye of a skilled Michelin technician.
