New Michelin tires developed for the Porsche Carrera GT

Posted: Posted:October 11, 2024

A while ago, PorscheThe suspension issues with the Carrera GT will finally be fixedIt was also reported that when the repairs were made (still in the US), all Carrera GTs would be fitted with new tires free of charge.

Porsche sent notices about this repair to American Carrera GT owners, which revealed for the first time that Porsche was developing new tires for the Carrera GT. The new tires that owners would be able to install free of charge would be these newly developed tires.

That tire is the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2.

Now, Porsche has made an official announcement.

The Carrera GT is a car of which 1,270 units were produced between 2003 and 2006, but for a model that is so old and produced in such small numbers, it's surprising that now in 2024, new tires for the Carrera GT are being developed in collaboration with Michelin.

The newly developed tyres use the latest in tyre technology to optimise the rubber compound and structure of high-performance tyres, improving performance in both wet and dry road conditions.

Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister has already tried the tires and said: "The Carrera GT is a true dream car, so I'm delighted that the new tires have taken this legendary car's performance to a whole new level."

Porsche is truly impressive, as they even prepare new tires developed with the latest technology for the "legend" ^^

This is the second tire update for the Carrera GT.

The Carrera GT is equipped with a naturally aspirated V10 engine originally developed for the Le Mans 24 Hours race, with a displacement of 5.7 liters, 450 kW (612 PS), maximum torque of 590 Nm, and a weight of just 1,380 kg.

Its top speed is 330 km/h and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is 3.9 seconds.

From the start, the Porsche Carrera GT was fitted with custom-made Michelin tires (Pilot Sport PS2), and in 2013 the Pilot Super Sport tires were developed.

This is the third new tire, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2. Of course, this tire has the Porsche N mark.

The goal of developing this tire was to further improve driving dynamics and safety on both dry and wet roads.

To achieve this, the tread uses two different rubber compounds (bi-compound technology).

The inner shoulder and inner tread blocks are made with silicate to obtain the best compound for wet grip, while the outer shoulder and outer tread blocks have a compound designed for dry grip, with carbon black being one of the most important ingredients.

The contact patch has also been further optimised through extensive driving dynamics and handling testing, some of which was carried out on the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

Apparently the engineers have significantly improved the feedback at the limit, making it much clearer to feel the point at which the tyres start to lose grip.

Carrera GT is faster and safer

The newly developed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres are said to ensure faster stopping in emergency braking situations.

The braking distance from 100 km/h to a stop has been reduced by 2.5 meters, and from 200 km/h the braking distance has been reduced by 12 meters.

Not only is performance improved, but safety is also improved.

The new Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres for the Carrera GT can be ordered from Porsche Classic Partners or Porsche Centres.

...But before that, it would be great if Carrera GT owners who were subject to the recall in Japan (i.e. all Carrera GT owners) could upgrade to these newly developed Michelin tires free of charge in addition to the recall response.

Source:
◆Tire update for a legend: even greater tire dynamics for the Carrera GT
◆Porsche Carrera GT Gets Bespoke Michelin Pilot Cup 2 Tires Two Decades After Launch

Rika (911supercars.com)

I'm Rika, the author of this article. Ever since Porsche 911 became my favorite car, I've become totally addicted to Porsche, and I can't stop loving Porsche, so I started this blog. My favorite cars are 911 Carrera (991.2), 911 Carrera Cabriolet (992.1), and 911 Carrera T (992.1).

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Kaz amigo says:

2024年10月11日 at 9:29 PM

Sorry for the long post.
Speaking of Michelin's Cup 2, it is the original equipment tire for the 991.2 GT3, and it certainly has excellent grip even on dry roads.
I think the PS2 was originally an approved tire for the Carrera.

The Cup 2's performance in both dry and wet conditions may be best achieved on circuit surfaces.
The Cup 2 is also used as original equipment in the AMG GTR, and I've heard that on rainy highways, it can hydroplane in the ruts at 100km/h.

Even when I asked the dealer, they told me to be careful on rainy days with Cup 2. The dry grip is a little lower on regular roads, but if you take rainy days into consideration, the PS4S is more versatile.

The Cup 2R is also available above the Cup 2 for dry circuit racing.

I once tried PS4 when changing tires for my Mercedes, but the linearity at the beginning of the cut near the neutral position was a little dull compared to BS Potenza S007A, so I went back to the original. There was no suitable size for PS4S, and I considered PS2, but the design itself is old, so I went with BS Potenza RE71RS. The grip is higher than S007A, so I feel more secure. The pattern is similar to Cup 2.
The suspension has been replaced with a Bilstein sports kit and the brake calipers have been enlarged, so it seems like the tires have a certain amount of grip.

From experience, I think the balance between tires, shocks and suspension, and brakes is important. In that respect, I think that approved tires are best for Porsches.

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- Rika (911supercars.com) says:
  
  2024年10月11日 at 11:52 PM
  
  Kaz amigo
  The Cup 2 is exactly what I was told many times not to drive on rainy days (lol)! So even with the 991.2 GT3, driving on rainy days is dangerous, so no! And ^^
  
  This article is based on what Porsche officially announced, but as you say, I think even Porsche does not intend for the Carrera GT to be driven on public roads (highways, etc.) on rainy days.
  
  I think it's essential to have Porsche approved tires if you drive a Porsche. I don't know the fine differences, but even if I drive like that, I always make sure to use N tires ^^!
  
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  - Kaz amigo says:
    
    2024年10月12日 at 9:48 PM
    
    I think choosing Porsche approved tires is the best choice if you are going to drive the original car.
    
    Tires, suspension, and brakes are all important elements in determining a car's driving balance, so we believe that approved tires are the result of the test drivers' decisions.
    
    Once you get to know your car well and change the suspension or brakes, the optimal tires will also change.
    
    In the case of Porsche, the level of perfection of the car is very high, and I personally feel that the original is enough for public roads. That is the charm of Porsche.
    
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    - Rika (911supercars.com) says:
      
      2024年10月14日 at 1:15 PM
      
      Kaz amigo
      In my case, I sometimes take part in PTX, a Porsche driving lesson, and in that case I'm pretty sure I have to use N tires, so for now I make sure to use N tires without thinking about it (laughs).
      
      But as you say, I think it would be best to go with N tires (for general use) ^^!
      
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