Chris Smith’s Post

“Switching to a Michelin tyre policy has transformed our operations" Too many times tyres are seen as a cost and at best chosen based on the purchase price versus the mileage performance. However, when you look at the negative impacts poor tyres or poor tyre management can have on your overall operations the savings made by going cheap can very quickly disappear.

“Michelin Tyres have always been good to me. I love the brand. Simply put, they make the best tyres especially in terms of grip and longevity…” For me there is nothing better or more motivating than listening to this kind of feedback from our customers. You can measure some tyre performances with a spreadsheet, but others just need to be experienced! #michelin

I knew expatriation would bring a lot of benefits but I never considered this one! Three days of the TDF in our host town and the heart of Michelin - Clermont Ferrand! This weekend is going to be epic 👌

I don’t think this will shock anyone who has been filling up at the pumps recently. The knock on impact on an industry already under huge pressure through driver shortages should not be underestimated. However, there is still a lot that can be done. Through the right tyre choice and servicing you can have a big impact on reducing fuel consumption and improving total costs of operation. Mileage of a tyre is important but when paired with a low rolling resistance then the real benefits are seen…

A 41% reduction in emissions for London is possible with todays EV technology! With the ban on petrol and diesel vehicles just 9 years away all businesses will need to think about this switch but they don't need to make that decision alone. Why not take a look at Masternaut's guide on transitioning to an electric fleet? https://lnkd.in/dj7i95T https://lnkd.in/dEmfNzb #fleetmanagement #electricvehicles #masternaut #michelin

Last week was the UN road safety week and the start of the Decade for Action for Road Safety; the mission is to reduce road deaths by 50% by 2030. It is a huge challenge but an ambition that you simply cannot argue with. Too many are lost on the worlds roads every day. As a founding member Michelin have seen first hand the fantastic work the Transaid team does. Why not find out a little bit more? https://www.transaid.org/ #roadsafetyweek #transaid # #safety

The time is now! Hydrogen has been talked about for many years but normally followed by .....'in 10 years from now'. Well not anymore. The first buses and vans powered by Symbio Hydrogen fuel cells will be in the market before the year is out. Electric power is important for the drive to net zero but it cannot succeed alone, especially when we think about HGV. Take a look how our JV with Faurecia is developing fast with a target of 200,000 units per year by 2030! https://lnkd.in/eQ4KEPK #hydrogen #fuelcells #michelin #sustainability

Fantastic results from an in-depth, nine-year study by the team at Harper Adams University – proving without any doubt that our Ultraflex Technology agricultural tyres can help make a significant impact on the sustainability of farming across the world. https://lnkd.in/d2hn7gq #Michelin #HarperAdamsUniversity #sustainability #sustainablemobility #soilprotection #soilscience #agronomy

Two pictures that mean a bit more than is obvious: First time outside on my bike after too many months in the garage on the turbo trainer. What a difference the sunshine makes! 2 hours out in the fresh air and blue skies and I came home feeling like King of the World! No Garmin. Most know I am occasionally a bit competitive even if I am on my own with just my bike! This was the first time in years I went out without a Garmin bike computer in front of me and probably the most enjoyable ride I have had in as many years with no averages to chase! What did it make me think? 1) Whatever your objectives in life, whatever targets and goals you have you should still take a time out, relax and just have some fun every once in a while. It will likely help you get to your goals quicker and you will definitely arrive there happier! 2) Whatever you enjoy doing take the time to do it and remember everything in life is better with sunshine! (even the slopes of Mow Cop!) Stay safe and lets make the 21st of June a reality for everyone! #freshair #sunshine #clearthemind