Michelin Tweel

Juniper Foo | Jan 27, 2005

Tire manufacturer Michelin has literally let the air out of the conventional tire to roll out an essentially airless, integrated tire-and-wheel combo called Tweel (tire + wheel, geddit?). Although Michelin has no timeline for introducing its creation into the mass market, Tweel is expected to make its commercial debut in two Segway devices: The Concept Centaur and the equally cool iBOT mobility device which empowers the wheelchair-bound to navigate various terrain and climb stairs. Tweel has been tested to be more resistant to wear-and-tear, not to mention that annoying blowouts and flat tires will soon be a thing of the past. Hurrah!

Click here to read the press release | see Michelin's Tweel photo gallery

Price: N.A.
Availability: In concept, expected to roll out in a decade but slotted to appear first in Segway vehicles
Device: Tire
Basic specs: N.A.

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