http://www.michelin.co.uk/news Michelin news for the UK & Ireland en-gb Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT 2009 Michelin Tyre PLC All rights reserved. http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/26074.html Michelin is naming and shaming the ten worst places in the UK for driving with dangerously under-inflated and even punctured tyres according to results from its 2009 Fill Up With Air campaign. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/26073.html Michelin's 2009 Fill Up With Air campaign results have shown that an alarming 36 per cent of drivers in the UK are driving with dangerous or very dangerously under-inflated tyres. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/26057.html The MICHELIN guide Italy 2010 offers a very new selection, out of which a new generation of chefs who share a passion for cooking, a highly professional attitude and a creative flair, as well as tenacity and imagination, despite their different styles and backgrounds. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/26050.html Michelin today released the MICHELIN Guide Netherlands 2010. The new edition offers a selection of 1,216 establishments, of which 561 hotels and 655 restaurants. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/26053.html At the Trailer 2009 trade show in Kortrijk, Belgium, Stas is presenting its new V-Streamline tipper, which is equipped with Michelin EnergyTM tyres. The combination of the V-Streamline's new aerodynamic properties and the Michelin EnergyTM range's exclusive technology will enable road transport companies to maximise fuel efficiencies. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25991.html Michelin announces today the third MICHELIN guide Tokyo 2010, which offers a selection of the best hotels and restaurants in the city. The guide introduces a total of 234 establishments of which 197 restaurants and 37 hotels. Available in Japanese and English version, the MICHELIN guide Tokyo 2010 goes on sale in Japan on November 20th and from beginning of February in Europe. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25990.html In the MICHELIN Guide Switzerland 2010, the list of the country's fine-dining establishments has been expanded with the addition of one new two-star restaurant - Anne-Sophie Pic in Lausanne - and eight new one-star restaurants. Comprised of 1,562 hotels and restaurants across all comfort and price categories, the 520-page Guide will go on sale on November 19, 2009 in Switzerland and from mid-December in France. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25988.html The Michelin Power Cup race series is coming to the UK for 2010 following its success in France, Italy and Spain. The series offers motorcycle racers a welcome Power Pack valued at £700, plus unprecedented amounts of track time and prizes including cash and products. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25978.html One new two-star and 23 new one-star restaurants have joined the list of fine-dining establishments in the MICHELIN Guide Germany 2010. In all, the 1,440-page Guide includes 1,515 restaurants and 4,332 hotels across all comfort and price categories. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25951.html Waste and environmental management specialist Focsa Services UK is increasing tyre life and reducing tyre-related breakdowns after adopting an all Michelin policy which is seeing the company move away from budget brands. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25874.html Pan-European haulage company Alcaline has changed its tyre policy across the fleet after a successful year-long trial of Michelin's award-winning* X One MaxiTrailer tyres. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25873.html The new Megane Renaultsport 250 Cup, due out in January 2010, will be fitted with 235/40 ZR 18 Michelin Pilot Sport 2 high-performance tyres as standard to make the most of the car's motorsport-derived chassis. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25832.html Michelin announces today the first MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2010, which offers a selection of the best hotels and restaurants in the two cities. The guide introduces a total of 203 establishments of which 147 restaurants. It covers 34 hotels, and for the first time 22 "Ryokans" (Japanese traditional hotels), by adapting Japanese tradition. Available in Japanese and English version, the MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2010 goes on sale in Japan on October 16th, and from beginning of February in Europe. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25835.html Travelers seeking an enjoyable experience along their journey have counted on the MICHELIN Guide for its trusted recommendations for the past century. And for the past five years, New York City-based MICHELIN Guide inspectors have been dining and rating local restaurants and presenting the highly-anticipated selection in the annual MICHELIN Guide. This under $20 purchase enables readers (New Yorkers and travelers) to choose a wonderful restaurant with confidence, and its fifth edition, the 2010 New York City MICHELIN Guide, offers even more tools and knowledge for reader's to enjoy. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25833.html Michelin has been named as the top on-line tyre brand for the fifth year in a row. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25831.html A Michelin Diamaris-shod diesel-powered Defender 90 has just won the World's Fastest Land Rover Defender shootout. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25830.html Michelin is to launch its first global advertising campaign. The new campaign's message - "The right tyre changes everything" - is intended to illustrate the competitive advantages of Michelin tyres in media outlets around the world and will roll out in the US on 7 October. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25774.html Michelin Factory Manager Peter Marsh and Environmental Manager Ian Cowie and Michelin Purchasing Staff Charlie Watts and Mick Underhill took part in 360 mile MPG Marathon last week driving record-breaking Peugeot 308 HDi cars Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25773.html Michelin Ballymena's Gary McNeill has been named 'Best Energy Manager' at a prestigious award at the annual Sustainable Ireland Awards held in partnership with the Northern Ireland Environment Agency. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:58:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25693.html Readers of RiDE Magazine have voted the Michelin Pilot Road 2 as their number one tyre in the magazine's 2009 RiDER Power survey. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25693.html Construction and land remediation company GSE Haulage is growing its business with the help of Michelin tyres on a pence per kilometre (PPK) contract. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:47:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25574.html The Masons Arms in Knowstone, Devon has been named as Pub of the Year 2010 in the Michelin Eating Out in Pubs guide which is launched on 9 September, priced at £14.99 (EUR19.99 in Ireland). Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:23:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25573.html The 2010 edition of Michelin's Eating Out in Pubs guide is launched on Wednesday 9 September, priced at £14.99 (EUR19.99 in Ireland). Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:23:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25557.html Michelin is making 'staycations' that bit easier with its' handy, tear-proof UK Tourist Maps that help plan your route while also highlighting restaurants, pubs and top attractions throughout Great Britain. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:23:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25442.html Hills Quarry Products, a division of the family-owned Hills Group, is seeing an increase in operating hours and fewer tyre related breakdowns after switching to Michelin's premium XHA and XADN tyres for its nine-strong quarry fleet. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:23:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25412.html It has come to Michelin's attention that the situation relating to the operation of its 445/95 R 25 X Crane 174F tyres may be unclear. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 11:40:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25411.html Animal feed manufacturer Frank Wright Trouw Nutrition International is switching to Michelin tyres across its fleet of 20 forklift trucks following a successful trial of Michelin XZM tyres at its Derbyshire headquarters. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:03:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25410.html Bill Schafer, 42, has been appointed Commercial Director of Michelin's truck and bus operations in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:30:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25409.html In August 2009, Michelin will introduce the market's first 295/60 R 22.5 multi-purpose tyre - the new Michelin X MultiWay XD for truck drive axles. With this new tyre, drivers of high volume trucks in Europe will be able to travel safely on all types of roads and in all weather conditions. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25305.html Michelin has launched the industry's first accredited earthmover tyre repairs programme, designed to raise the standard of repairs and ensure increased safety, performance and value for operators. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 16:40:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-home/news/20080225133153/25293.html Michelin has started using Twitter. The tweets will include product information, tyre facts and tips, news of consumer offers and events. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:40:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25246.html 3 Jul 2009: Michelin has scooped one of the most prestigious awards at this year's fiercely contested Motor Transport Awards, held in front of an audience of 1,300 senior road transport professionals at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Wednesday, 1 July 2009. Fri, 3 Jul 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25204.html 24 Jun 2009: Red Funnel Distribution, the distribution arm of cross Solent ferry operator Red Funnel has virtually eliminated punctures and tyre-related forklift truck downtime after fitting Michelin XZM radial tyres to its fleet. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.michelin.co.uk/michelinuk/en/more/news-detail/news/20080819113604/25154.html 18 Jun 2009: Petro-chemical transport specialist Reynolds Logistics has made a company-wide switch to Michelin tyres Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT 8 Jun 2009: Overall fuel consumption has been reduced by more than 66.7 million litres and CO2 emissions by more than 134,000 tonnes thanks to Michelin's latest car and truck tyres, which have been on the market for just a year and a half. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT