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When I first saw the headline I figured the airless tire would be a solid rubber, ultra-low-profile affair. Instead
Michelin says the project that will see results in about ten years is looking at different compounds other than natural
rubber and will actually be more elastic. This new idea will allow for better shock absorption on bumpy roads and
Michelin even says these tires will handle better than the conventional air-filled ones we’re driving on today. One
reason for the airless tire would be to supply burgeoning markets, like China, that don’t have as much paved
infrastructure with a product that will still deliver a comfortable driving experience.