In the U.S., about 1.2 billion gallons of fuel are wasted every year from driving on underinflated tires, according to this government report. With oil prices soon to reach $100 a barrel, lack of basic auto maintenance is costly and will increase harmful exhaust emissions. Just in time, a new innovation from Michelin will make pneumatic tires a thing of the past. The new airless design uses an internal ribbed structure to create the feel of an air-filled tire. No more flat tires, no dangerous blowouts, and no under-inflation.

The tires are engineered for optimum rolling efficiency and performance. Now what we need is a good airless tire for bicycles! For more information, the DOE’s fuel economy website is well worth a visit.

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