Michelin partners with DHL Express to trial Michelin UPTIS puncture-proof tires on Singapore roads in first-ever pilot

Michelin partners with DHL Express to trial Michelin UPTIS puncture-proof tires on Singapore roads in first-ever pilot

- Michelin’s airless innovation is taking its first steps on the last mile delivery market one year ahead of schedule

- The airless tire eliminates downtime and the number of tires scrapped due to punctures and reduces maintenance for the DHL fleet

United Arab Emirates: Nearly 50 DHL Express vans will begin running on the Michelin UPTIS[1] airless tire to make last-mile deliveries in Singapore by the end of 2023. The pilot program begins with the first vehicles making the first delivery trips from January 10. Thanks to a partnership between DHL and Michelin, Michelin's airless prototype tire, has taken another step forward. One year ahead of schedule, the very first Michelin UPTIS tires are now marketed in real-world conditions.

The Michelin UPTIS prototype is a puncture-proof wheel/tire assembly with no compressed air and is intended for cars and light vans. The air has been replaced by a revolutionary structure capable of supporting the vehicle. This ensures the wheel’s robustness and guarantees driving comfort and safety. It was designed as a plug-and-play solution that allows users to drive conveniently and not worry about road hazards impacting the tires. It also limits the number of tires scrapped due to punctures.

With the Michelin UPTIS tire,