About us

Where we come from

As one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, Michelin has a rich history dating back over 130 years. Founded by brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin in 1889, the company quickly established itself as a leader in the industry with its innovative tire designs and commitment to quality. Throughout the 20th century, Michelin continued to grow and expand, becoming a global brand with a presence in over 170 countries.

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Today and tomorrow

  • INNOVATION AS THE HEART OF OUR STRATEGY

    Michelin's humanist vision: improving mobility, placing technology at the service of human well-being and innovating to open up new horizons.

  • CONTRIBUTE TO A BETTER SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY

    In a growing world with demanding environmental requirements, our challenge is to innovate to invent the mobility of tomorrow, a profound shift towards cleaner, more connected road mobility that makes more efficient use of energy and raw materials. By 2050 MICHELIN tires will be produced from renewal, recycled biosourced materials. This is made possible through our powerful R&D capabilities and innovative partners.

  • STRONG IMPLICATION FOR SOCIETY AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES

    We support many projects and initiatives around the world by investing in jobs, local business development, security, mobility and education.
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Diversity isn't just a word for us

... it goes to the heart of how we operate.
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Our Values

We act with respect: we share and uphold a strong set of deeply rooted values. These values are a backbone. The never-changing backbone of what we are, since day one.
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Michelin's global presence

  • A global presence

    9 R&D centers around the world, 123 production sites in 26 countries and a commercial presence in 170 countries and 125,000 employees worldwide, the Michelin Group is now present on every continent.
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  • Michelin in France

    Michelin employs approximately 22,500 people and operates 34 plants in the United States and Canada. Our North American industrial plants produce nearly every type of tire, including tires for earthmovers, airplanes and vehicles worldwide. Combined with our management, marketing and research teams, Michelin continues to innovate and produce the highest quality mobility solutions to move you forward.
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