The Deputy Director, Technical Director and Supervisor of Michelin’s MotoGP Programme speaks to us about the company’s relationship with the sport and with motorsport in general
![]()
At the recently concluded MotoGP race at Catalunya, we had a chance to sit down with Nicolas Goubert, Michelin’s Deputy Director, Technical Director and Supervisor of Michelin’s MotoGP Programme, and discuss all things tyres. Here is what he had to say.
On why Michelin goes racing
Nicolas Goubert: There are two reasons for Michelin is in racing. The first one being for the brand image and the other one is to develop technology. We think it’s a very good proving ground to develop technology - you…
 "Interview: Nicolas Goubert on Michelin's role in MotoGP")
 "Fancy a meal at the edge of space? French startup offering opportunity for Rs 1 crore")
 "Motorsport's FIA and other sports bodies come together to fight online abuse")
 "Formula E: Ticket sales for Hyderabad race begins a little over a month before event"){kind=logo}
 "Seasoned racer Sandeep Kumar all praise for Hyderabad Street Circuit after FIA-accredited venue hosts JKNRC 2022 Round 3")
 "Fancy a meal at the edge of space? French startup offering opportunity for Rs 1 crore")
 "Motorsport's FIA and other sports bodies come together to fight online abuse")
 "Formula E: Ticket sales for Hyderabad race begins a little over a month before event"){kind=logo}
 "Seasoned racer Sandeep Kumar all praise for Hyderabad Street Circuit after FIA-accredited venue hosts JKNRC 2022 Round 3")