Michelin rolls out winter tire treadwear warranty program

Jan. 1, 2020
Michelin?s X-Ice Xi2 and Latitude X-Ice Xi2 tires now come with a 40,000 mile treadwear warranty, marking the first time that the company has provided such a warranty on winter tires in the U.S.
Michelin’s X-Ice Xi2 and Latitude X-Ice Xi2 tires now come with a 40,000 mile treadwear warranty, marking the first time that the company has provided such a warranty on winter tires in the U.S.

“Our innovative designs and advanced tread compounds have allowed us to offer industry-leading warranties, and now we’re able to do the same in the winter tire category,” says category manager Andrew Koury.

“Michelin strives to offer the best in tire performance; and with this new warranty, vehicle owners can brave the snow, ice and other winter conditions with additional comfort and security,” he notes.

In addition to the treadwear limited warranty, the X-Ice Xi2 and Latitude X-Ice Xi2 are also covered under the material and workmanship limited warranty.

The tires utilize advanced tread block technology – a combination of multiple sipes and micro-pumps with a state-of- the-art rubber silica-based rubber compound called FleX-Ice, according to Koury. “This progressive, engineered combination delivers optimized tractive grip and exceptional braking on ice,” he says.

Additionally, the tires are equipped with Comfort Control Technology, which uses computer-optimized design and precision manufacturing to reduce vibrations and road noise, “resulting in one of the most comfortable rides in the industry,” says Koury.

For more information, visit www.michelinwintercenter.com.