Sauber switching to Michelin tyres
 |  Sauber have used Bridgestone tyres for the last six years |
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LONDON, England -- The Sauber Formula 1 team will use Michelin tyres next year after six seasons with Bridgestone.
Sauber's decision leaves Bridgestone potentially with just champions Ferrari and struggling Minardi and Jordan, although there has been speculation about the addition of Toyota.
"I'm very pleased that we were able to sign this contract with Michelin and I'm looking forward to a successful co-operation," said team boss Peter Sauber.
The Swiss-based team will conduct its first test on the French tyres later this month in Barcelona.
Sauber use Ferrari engines and have in the past worked closely with the Italian team as the only other competitive team with the same tyres.
Ferrari have a special relationship with Japanese manufacturer Bridgestone and have won the constructors' championship for the last six seasons in a row.
