European Court of First Instance partially annuls antitrust ruling against Michelin

Paris, France – On July 9, 2025, the European Court of First Instance issued a ruling that partially annulled the European Commission’s decision authorizing antitrust inspections at Michelin’s premises in January 2024. These inspections were part of a broader investigation into a suspected cartel in the tire industry.

In a press release, Michelin welcomed the court’s decision, expressing satisfaction that the ruling acknowledged flaws in the Commission’s authorization for those specific searches. The company stated it does not plan to appeal the decision and will continue to defend its rights as the investigation proceeds into other time periods identified by the Commission.

The ruling may narrow the scope of the ongoing probe and potentially reduce the severity of any future penalties, though the broader investigation remains active.