Michelin Uptis revolutionary tires - airless, puncture proof

At the 2019 Movin’On Summit in Montreal, Michelin and General Motors revealed a new airless tire prototype which they say will potentially go into production in 2024. Called the Michelin Uptis, for “Unique Puncture-proof Tire System,” the new tire builds on the company’s all-in-one Tweel, and its 3D-printed Vision concept tire. Its mix of composite rubber and resin embedded fiberglass lets it operate at highway speeds and while is not as visually appealing as conventional tires, Michelin claims it’s just a