PORSCHE N-MARKED TYRES & MICHELIN

Since 1969, Porsche and Michelin have shared a commitment to pushing the limits of performance, safety, and driving pleasure.

This partnership has led to the co-development of tailor-made tyres that meet the high standards of every Porsche vehicle, ensuring every curve, every acceleration, and every stop is executed with total confidence.

N-marked tyres are the result of a rigorous joint development process between Porsche and leading tyre manufacturers like Michelin. The "N" stands for Nürburgring, where these tyres undergo extensive testing. Each marking (e.g. NA0, NA1, NA2) corresponds to a specific Porsche model and generation.

The high-performance Porsche-approved tyres are easy to identify from their new model-specific N-markings on the sidewall of the tyre. This prevents any mix-up between approved tyres and conventional standard tyres or old N-marked tyres. Be sure you always fit the correct Porsche-approved tyre on your Porsche car.

Only the very best bespoke tyres are good enough to combine the power of a Porsche with the highest level of safety.

Our tyres are:

• Designed for short braking distances in all weather conditions,

• Developed for maximum level of control and cornering stability,

• Customised for the spring/damper system,

• Optimised for stabilisers, differentials, and control systems.

MICHELIN tyres with N-marking are not just high-performance tyres. They are the result of close collaboration with Porsche to deliver an optimal driving experience, tailored to the specific requirements of your vehicle.

Porsche specification with N-marked tyre:

• Exclusive technology: an optimised hybrid blend of silica and black carbon for the perfect balance between grip on dry and wet conditions,

• Maximum performance: an UHP compound with a high rate of black carbon for maximised dry grip,

• Custom development: each tyre is tested and approved according to Porsche standards to ensure safety, comfort and sportiness.

The markings on the sidewall of the tyre indicate the Porsche model for which it was designed, as well as its generation. Here is what they mean:

• Letter after "N": indicates the model line,

• Number: shows the tyre generation, starting from 0.

Example with the MICHELIN Pilot Sport 4 S NA0 marked tyre:

• N: approved by Porsche

• A: developed for the Porsche 911 (992) platform

• 0: first generation of this tyre

The MICHELIN Pilot Sport S 5 N0 tyre is the latest evolution in ultra-high performance tyres, co-developed by Michelin and Porsche to meet the demands of the most discerning drivers.

Designed specifically for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, this tyre extends the track-day season by delivering exceptional performance in wet and cooler conditions, without compromising dry grip or everyday usability.

Our collaboration began in motorsport, where Porsche has celebrated numerous victories and showcased how the seamless integration of MICHELIN tyres and vehicle performance can push boundaries. This passionate partnership on the racetrack enables technology transfer to the road, laying the foundation for the joint development of high-performance serial tyres.

Porsche has an impressive track record in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), with 17 overall victories with the Porsche 919 Hybrid between 2012 and 2017, including 3 consecutive wins at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans with MICHELIN tyres.

In February 2022, Porsche celebrated its first win in the FIA Formula E World Championship in Mexico city, equipped with MICHELIN Pilot Sport tyres.

Read Michelin and Porsche's co-joint history in motorsport ⁽²⁾

In August 2020, a Porsche Panamera fitted with MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres developed specifically for the model lapped the circuit in just 7:29:81 minutes (in the "Executive cars" category)

On June 14, 2021, a Porsche 911 GT2 RS equipped with a Manthey Performance kit completed the full 20.8 km "Green Hell" circuit in 6:43:30 minutes on MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tyres.

Discover the MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup N4, developed in partnership with Porsche and manufactured in France at our Clermont-Ferrand plant. It delivers an unmatched driving experience on the track.

Featuring a unique rubber compound, RFID technology, and innovative architecture, it offers:

• Performance in all conditions,

• Improved grip and longevity on the track,

• Greater stability and support to improve the car's balance throughout the race.

Available only in 18".