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Michelin wants a recount French tiremaker Michelin has called on the FIA and the teams to reconsider their decision to adopt a single Formula One tire supplier as a cost-saving measure (AW, May 17). Chairman and CEO Edouard Michelin said, "We would like to propose a number of solutions to reduce costs while maintaining the spirit of competition.'' Michelin added the company respects the safety and cost concerns in F1, but believes there are still ways for two or more tire suppliers to compete.

"When we entered F1 in 2001, it was after strong lobbying by certain teams ...

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