Michelin and Bridgestone accelerate green tyre innovations

Michael Holder
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Michelin sets goal for 100 per cent sustainable tyres by 2050, as Bridgestone unveils latest ultra-durable tyre product

Michelin has announced an ambition for all of its tyres to be entirely made from renewable, recycled, bio-sourced "or otherwise sustainable" materials by 2050, with the manufacturer yesterday announcing...

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