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Michelin still in running for F1 supply deal
Michelin is reportedly back in the running to become a Formula 1 tyre supplier from 2017. It is already known that the French tyre manufacturer, like the sport's current partner Pirelli, has been approved by the FIA and forwarded to Bernie Ecclestone for negotiations about the new deal. But it was strongly believed that the clear favourite is the incumbent Pirelli, mainly because F1 supremo Ecclestone supports the Italian company's approach with ‘show'-designed degrading tyres and lucrative trackside advertising deals. It was also said that Pirelli has the backing of the teams in not wanting to switch to an 18-inch rim profile, as per Michelin's demands. According to three...
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