Whadya make of these


http://strangeandcool.net/2007/09/08/see-through-airless-tires-by-michelin-no-more-flat-tires/

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Keith Hultmark
2009 370Z Touring - Sold (5 years owned)
1993 300ZX - Sold (5 years owned)
1976 Porsche 912E. #163 of 2200 - SOLD (3 years owned)
2018 BMW 330i GT xdrive daily driver
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i ….it is a Z

Wow. I can foresee many military and security applications for these ~ totally roll-flat replacements, lighter unsprung weight, 'bullet-proof' design.

Wonder if they're applicable to motorcycles, where lateral-stresses are greater than on cars, and only two tires must do all the work?

High-speed Bonneyville racers wouldn't have to worry about blowouts or overpressure due to heat, either.

Remarkable.

If I could just stretch a rubber band far enough to get it around
the rim I would have the same effect at much lower cost..........
~Rick~

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All Z Best,.......Kathy & Rick

1969 Z.CAR (#00013 10/69) 8/30/76
1969 ITSA.Z (#00171 11/69) 8/24/73
1970 OLD.Z (#06289 6/70) original owner
1971 510 2dr since 12/31/75
1969 1600 rdstr (our 160-Z)
1971 (#19851 1/71) sold
1975 75.Z (#01343 1/75)

Just don't drive where there is a chance to get dirt in the tire or you will be dealing with balance issues every other day.

Joe

Our Chicago member Tengu also expressed concern about snow and ice, especially if you park overnight and the tires freeZe to the deck.

Still, it sure fills me with wonder and imagination that mankind continues to try to re-invent the wheel.