Michelin Energy Saver Sole OE on New Yaris 1.0

Future models of the Toyota Yaris 1.0 litre will be shipped with only one type of tyre – Michelin’s Energy Saver. The French manufacturer says that the decision follows close research and development cooperation between it and Toyota in order to obtain the balanced performance the vehicle manufacturer was seeking. Michelin adds that innovative solutions were introduced for the rubber compound, a material that integrates new forms of silica, as well as for tyre design and production processes.

Toyota is promoting the environmental merits of the new Yaris model, scheduled for launch in the first part of this year, and Michelin says that use of the tyre contributes in this area; Fitting the Energy saver reduces fuel consumption by 0.2 litres per 100 kilometres and thus CO2 emissions by 4 grams per kilometre, the company reports. With the Energy Saver, Michelin says it has met the challenge of providing Toyota’s compact city car with a tyre capable of delivering performance in four areas: significantly greater fuel efficiency, superior grip, long tread life and a more comfortable ride.