Geneva Motor Show 2018: Michelin Pilot Sport Tyre Launched For The ABB FIA-Formula Championship

Renowned French tyre major, Michelin has introduced Michelin Pilot Sport tyre recently at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The new tyre will feature in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship. The Season 5 (2018/2019) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship will commence in December this year.  The innovative tyre Michelin Pilot Sport, which is an integral part of the ambitious development program, is light in weight and is more energy-efficient than ever.

Michelin Pilot Sport Is Lighter

The newly designed front tyre of the Michelin Pilot Sport now weighs about 2 kg less; moreover, the rear tyre is even lighter by 2.5 kg than prior. This calculates up to a reduction of approximately 9 kg for per set of four tyres, which is almost 20 percent less of the overall weight of the predecessor tyre.

Michelin Pilot Sport Is More Efficient

Keeping in mind the fact that tyres have a direct effect on the travelling distance of any vehicle, the France based tyre manufacturer has made extensive efforts on the construction and rolling resistance aspect of the latest-generation Michelin Pilot Sport tyres. And this has resulted in increased energy efficiency. Therefore, the new set of tyres will extend the range of the Formula E single seaters, with no compromise on performance or driver safety.

Michelin Pilot Sport Looks More Similar To Conventional Tyres

A lot of effort has gone into the making of Michelin Pilot Sport, be it its design or compound amalgamation.  With patterned groove tread and 18-inch interior diameter, the Pilot Sport resembles a road tyre. And can only be identified as race tyre via its visible graphic design inscribed on its sidewalls.

Also known as Formula E, the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, is a class of auto racing that involves the use of only electric-powered cars. Started in the year 2012, the first e-racing championship event was held in Beijing on 13 September 2014.

Author: Ankit verma

My need for speed began at a very early age and I realised this as soon as I got my first bicycle at the age of 8. When all the other kids would break downhill I would pedal harder just to go faster and enjoy the thrill. Adding to my interest for speed, I grew engrossed in the working mechanics of two wheelers thanks to my father as he is a hydraulic mechanic and would take me along with him on his repair sessions. Eventually I became familiar with the tools and basic technical concepts of two wheelers.Super sport and sport tourers are more of my liking and the sparks to these flames were ignited the first time I experienced the maddening power of a Yamaha YZF R1. I was just 14 years old at the time and got to ride as a pillion with an older acquaintance. This one short ride influenced my every decision in terms of the bikes I want to own. As of today I’m 26 years old and a proud owner of a Yamaha Fz15 version 2.0 and a Kawasaki Ninja 650 2014 model having clocked a decent 30k Kms only while touring, waiting to clock 1000s more as riding makes me feel whole again after enduring the dismal routines of life. Read more