THE MICHELIN CROSSCLIMATE 3 SPORT: THE REVOLUTIONARY NEW ALL-SEASON INNOVATION FOR SPORTS CARS

Ten years after introducing the first summer tire approved for winter use, Michelin
takes another bold step forward with the launch of the MICHELIN CrossClimate 3
Sport. This groundbreaking tire is specially engineered for high-performance
sports cars. It fulfills a need that the market has never addressed by delivering
the performance of a sporty summer tire while also being certified for safe winter
driving.
Ideal for powerful sports cars, both gas-powered and electric, this tire allows
drivers to enjoy the full dynamic potential of their vehicle year-round, with
confidence and durability in the long run. It offers outstanding performance –
particularly excellent wet grip, with the highest possible “A” rating – and cuttingedge innovation thanks to state-of-the-art materials and manufacturing
techniques, including some derived directly from motorsports. This unique
combination achieves an exploit that was once considered impossible: uniting the
performance of a summer sport tire with 3PMSF-certified winter capability.
The Three Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) marking certifies the tire suitable
for winter conditions.
The MICHELIN CrossClimate Sport has been available since July 1st, in 29 sizes
ranging from 205/40R18 to 315/35R20. Some thirty additional sizes will be
launched in 2026.
First OEM Partnership with Alpine
The new Alpine A390 will be equipped with a custom-engineered version of the
MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport tire, bearing an exclusive “A39” marking that
denotes its vehicle-specific development.
For the second model in its Dream Garage lineup, Alpine selected the MICHELIN
CrossClimate 3 Sport from among three approved tire options. This newgeneration vehicle, combining sportiness with exceptional agility, will be fitted with
245/45 R20 103V XL tires.

Thanks to its 3PMSF certification, this tire meets unprecedented performance
standards and ensures optimal grip in winter conditions, while also delivering:
• Sportiness and driving precision in all seasons.
• Excellent wet grip, with a top tier “A” rating.
“When designing this tire for Alpine, we paid close attention to the vehicle’s
specific characteristics. Developed for the largest and most powerful Alpine ever
built, this tire combines winter performance, energy efficiency, optimal grip, and
sporty responsiveness. It delivers consistent performance, so drivers can count
on the tire throughout its lifespan. Alpine is the first auto manufacturer to select
the brand-new MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport. We are confident that this tire
meets the vehicle’s demands and the expectations of consumers seeking longterm safety, simplicity, and sportiness. We’re very proud of Alpine’s trust in us,”
explains Serge Lafon, Director of the Original Equipment Business Line.
First award
On Thursday, July 3rd, the MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport received its first major
industry accolade: the 2025 “Ze Award for Technological Innovation,” presented
before an audience of 200 automotive professionals.
Awarded by a jury of industry experts, automotive journalists, and representatives
from driver associations, this prize highlights Michelin’s innovative capabilities and
recognizes a significant breakthrough in the rapidly growing all-season tire
market, which today accounts for 37% of the market
“The jury chose to honor the MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport for pioneering a new
segment: an all-season tire designed specifically for sports car drivers seeking the
year-round advantages of an all-season tire without compromising on
performance or safety,” comments Dominique Stempfel, President of the French
Tire Manufacturers Association (Syndicat du Pneu).
With this innovation, Michelin reaffirms its pioneering leadership in the all-season
tire market.