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Michelin spread the weight, expanding its flagship tyre range

Economic drivers and economies of scale have long caused farmers and contractors to push their working areas and the distance travelled, but tyre technology has often failed to meet their needs. James Huyton visited Michelin’s research and development facility in Landoux, France, to look at the latest updates

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The Evobib tread pattern has been designed to suit both the road and field.
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The Evobib tread pattern has been designed to suit both the road and field.

Michelin has unveiled plans to extend its range of Evobib tyres, starting this October. Currently, the brand's flagship dual-purpose tractor tyre comes in two sizes of VF 710/70 R42 and VF 600/70 R30,...

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