Driving Innovation: Circumnavigating the Globe in Under 8 Days with MICHELIN tyres
In a groundbreaking achievement, Mercedes-AMG and Michelin have successfully traveled the equivalent of Earth’s circumference—40,075 kilometres (24,855 miles)—in less than eight days at 300 km/h. The feat took place at the Nardò Technical Center in Italy, with the CONCEPT AMG GT XX electric vehicle maintaining a speed of 300 kph (186 mph) throughout the journey.
This endurance record highlights the future of high-performance electric mobility and showcases Michelin’s latest tyre innovation: the MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 energy tyre.
This success paves the way for the commercial launch of the MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 energy range in 2026, bring race-proven technology to everyday drivers.
Here’s what made it possible:
The MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 energy tyre, designed to deliver performance, consistency, and energy efficiency, featuring a breakthrough dual-rubber tread architecture.
The CONCEPT AMG GT XX, powered by the new AMG.EA electric platform, delivering over 1,300 hp and shattering 25 EV endurance records.
Michelin teams on site 24/7. Engineers, technicians, fitters, ensuring flawless tyre performance through real-time monitoring.
MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 Energy: Engineered for Performance and Efficiency
Developed specifically for the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, the MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 Energy tyre combines cutting-edge materials and design:
Dual-Rubber Tread Architecture:
Energy Passive Compound on the outer edges reduces energy consumption.
Adaptive Grip Compound in the center maximizes traction on dry and wet surfaces.
Real-Time Monitoring:
Integrated RFID chips enable continuous performance tracking and optimisation.
Custom Dimensions:
Front: 265/40 ZR20 107Y XL MO1
Rear: 295/40 ZR20 113Y XL MO1
These features ensure consistent performance and fewer recharges, making them ideal for long-distance electric driving.
Strategic Partnership
This record-setting challenge is the latest milestone in a 30-year collaboration between Mercedes-AMG and Michelin. The partnership is rooted in shared values of innovation, performance, and sustainability.
Michelin provided technical support 24/7 during the event, including:
On-site engineers and technicians
Dedicated tyre fitting teams
Continuous monitoring and assistance
"Congratulations to Mercedes-AMG for this symbolic endurance record, to which Michelin is proud to have actively contributed. This circumnavigation in under eight days by the CONCEPT AMG GT XX is a striking demonstration of the possibilities of innovation: tyres capable of delivering both performance and energy efficiency, from the first to the last mile. This success takes on its full meaning on the eve of the commercial launch of the new MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 energy range. This will benefit directly from the technologies validated in the field, such as the never-before-seen dual-rubber architecture on the tread. This challenge illustrates Michelin’s commitment to turn its sporting challenges into innovation accelerators for mobility that is ever more sustainable".
Serge Lafon President of the automotive original equipment business line at Michelin
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Source: based on the Michelin press release 08-28-2025: Michelin and Mercedes-AMG innovate to travel the Earth’s circumference and set an endurance record in an electric car | Michelin
Photos credits: (c)Mercedes-AMG, (c)Michelin