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Hybrids, electric cars create big opportunities for the tire industry

Posted Jun-16-09 at 12:00 AM By Jackie
According to an article out June 15, 2009 from USA Today tire makers are doing their best to respond to the new influx of hybrid and electric vehicles. Now that more companies are looking into alternative ways to power cars, the tire industry is looking how to improve tires. “Tire makers are now trying to come up with the best technologies to go with other automotive features that squeeze every drop out of a gallon of gas. Both Michelin and Goodyear are touting their latest creations aimed at s [...more]

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Posted in: Auto industry news Tags: Chevy Volt energy efficient tires fuel efficiency Goodyear Michelin
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