F1 ponders larger wheels for Michelin

[Blackseal]

Leading Formula 1 figures have hinted that the sport could make technical changes to help entice a new tyre manufacturer into the fray, amid rumours that Michelin would like to return, but using 18-inch wheel rims rather than the current 13-inch diameters.

 

F1 has a tyre supply void to fill for 2011, when Bridgestone is set to depart after 14 years in the sport, many of them as sole supplier.

 

Reports emerging during the Malaysian Grand Prix weekend suggested that if Michelin was to come back, it would like to run wheels more in line with those featuring in its sportscar programmes.

 

Williams technical director Sam Michael believes 18-inch wheels would be a good move for F1.

 

"I personally think it

[Showtime]

where did you get this quote from? i'd like to read more...

[Qwertyjem85]

On a side note, Michelin has indicated that they would not return to Formula 1 unless there's a second tyre manufacturer to compete with.

http://www.planetf1.com/news/3213/6089512/...s-sole-supplier

 

I have to agree with this... I missed the days where races were made more exciting just by the different tyre manufacturers.

[Krado]

 

Hmmmm 18"...

[Blackseal]

Next thing you'll see 19" and 20" rims as well for F1 cars....

[Krado]

Next thing you'll see 19" and 20" rims as well for F1 cars....

 

I'm guessing the future of F1 cars (with 18-inch rims) is beginning to look like this:

 

 

I'm not complaining.

[Leepee]

Cool.

Race on Sunday, buy on Monday!

Thats the type of technology they should be promoting.