# Michelin Collection TRX GT – Pioneering Low Profile Tyre Innovation The Michelin TRX GT stands as a landmark in tyre engineering, introduced in 1975 as the world’s first low profile tyre designed to work in harmony with a specially engineered rim. This integrated system—tyre and rim functioning as one—revolutionized performance and safety in automotive design. Born from motorsport success, the TRX gained fame in Formula 1 with Renault and legends like Alain Prost, as well as in rally championships on iconic cars such as the Audi Quattro and Peugeot 205 Turbo 16. Its breakthrough design eliminated the traditional “S” bend in the tyre casing, replacing it with a smooth, gradual curvature for more even tension distribution—known as “Tension Répartie,” the origin of the TRX name. This construction delivers superior directional stability and enhanced handling, especially during high-speed cornering, contributing significantly to the vehicle’s active safety. Drivers benefit from remarkable grip due to optimal pressure distribution across the contact area, while the expanded flexing zone ensures a smoother, more comfortable ride. The TRX GT also redefined aesthetics, offering a bold, sculpted tread pattern and a striking new look for the wheel assembly—combining form and function in a way that set the standard for future performance tyres.