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      01-15-2021, 01:55 PM   #11
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Originally Posted by dgm3 View Post
Don't think so, they have been evaluating test tires from (at least) 4 tires manufacturers but it does not mean all have been approved. There are also obviously non technical considerations for the final manufacturer selection. I believe only two manufacturers will eventually supply tires for a given front/rear combination. Michelin for sure and my bet would be on Continental for the second (same than for the M2C) .
I hope most cars get Michelin


Interesting point on the heat dissipation of the front tire. I recall in the Viper ACR Ring record years ago they had constant issues because the front tire has almost no sidewall.
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