Michelin vs Goodyear? Denied:

Michelin is testing NASCAR-type stock car tires in Europe, according to sources familiar with the situation, and that may revive speculation about the future of the French tire maker in NASCAR racing. But Stu Grant, head of Goodyear racing, dismisses any talk about another tire maker infringing on NASCAR turf: ‘Absolutely not. We’re full-speed ahead on our relationship with NASCAR. We’re committed to our involvement to Winston Cup, Busch and Truck. And I don’t see anything changing in that at all.'( Winston Salem Journal )(7-14-2003)