The presented tyre is marked with 3PMSF symbol (Three Peak Mountain Snow Flake). It means that the tyre meets the EU requirements for winter tyres. The symbol is awarded after thorough tests of a tyre model in terms of snow grip.
Michelin X-ICE Xi3 is a premium tyre designed for driving in the winter season, and comes with a 10-year product guarantee. It is a tyre that retains its performance two times longer than competing brands of tyres. This product is well prepared for dynamic driving and high speed. This tyre model encompasses four basic design features which help the tyre even in the harshest winter conditions.
Michelin X-ICE Xi3 is fitted with a larger number of tread blocks that provide a 15% better performance on snowy and icy roads. These blocks have extra biting edges for better grip in typical winter conditions. This helps the car become more stable on snowy or icy roads, and slipping is reduced.
Michelin X-ICE Xi3 exploits a micropump technology in the tyres, this helps with the efficient drainage of water from the surface of the tyre, and ensures better contact with the road. Furthermore, specially-shaped fins successfully take care of sufficient rigidity, stable handling, as well as traction on ice and snow.
Michelin X-ICE Xi3 is designed using a rubber compound containing silica. This makes the tyre all of its functionality even at very low temperatures. This material also provides great durability, as it prolongs the lifetime of the tyre by reducing wear. Furthermore, it reduces rolling resistance which helps to lower fuel consumption overall.
Michelin was founded by brothers Edouard and Andre Michelin in 1889. Shortly thereafter, the French brand created the industrial plant for the world's first detachable pneumatic tyre. Good promotion of this invention ensured Michelin’s high position in the tyre industry. Michelin products are of the highest quality, and their tyres that have repeatedly won awards in professional tyre tests and are amongst the most recommended tyre by drivers.