Rob Cunningham, light truck category manager of Michelin North America, said: “The MICHELIN LTX M/S2 tire is by far the leading tire in its category and a long-time consumer favorite. With the MICHELIN LTX M/S2 tire, consumers don’t have to sacrifice one benefit for another, offering a long tread life and true all-season security and utility for greater confidence. The MICHELIN LTX M/S tire is proven in the market and we have worked hard to ensure that the next generation of this product is even better.”

Cunningham, said: “The MICHELIN LTX M/S2 tire will provide truck and SUV owners years of worry free driving because it is the segment’s longest lasting, safest and most reliable tire available. It offers consumers the very best value for their money and will wow them with its incredible performance.”

The MICHELIN LTX M/S2 tire, with 38 sizes being introduced in 2009 and 2010, including P-Metric as well as LT, fits a wide spectrum of light trucks and SUVs. Rim diameters range from 15 inches to 20 inches. The tire would carry a 70,000 mile limited warranty and will be available at authorized Michelin dealers starting September 1, 2009.