For drivers who demand long-lasting treadlife in adverse conditions, choose the MICHELIN Defender LTX M/S tire. This all-season, safe driving tire delivers strong grip for reduced braking distances on wet roads and better traction on snow when compared to competitors. Fit an M+S tire designed to keep your truck, crossover or SUV on the move in severe weather conditions. MICHELIN MaxTouch Construction improves fuel efficiency for an eco-friendly performance without compromising safety. Way back in 1899, Michelin patented the first clincher-style pneumatic bicycle tire, which was soon used to win the first long-distance cycle race from Paris to Brest. Currently, Michelin is part of the Fortune Global 500, with a worldwide presence and 34 manufacturing plants. Along the way, Michelin patented the first-ever run-flat tire in 1933, the first-ever radial tire design in the 1940s, the first-ever steel-belted tire, and the famed Michelin Guide along the way for dining came along. Today, Michelin is the parent company to Uniroyal and BFGoodrich, with a massive engagement in motorsports and a variety of tires for passenger cars, light trucks/SUVs, and commercial and ag applications.