India, Oct. 10 -- French tyre maker Michelin has extended its partnership with the International Motor Sports Association for several years, maintaining its position as exclusive tyre supplier for IMSA's three main racing championships in North America.

The deal covers the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge and IMSA VP Racing Sportscar Challenge, the companies said, without disclosing financial terms or the specific duration of the agreement.

Michelin, which has supplied tyres to the IMSA series for years, said endurance racing serves as a critical testing ground for advanced materials and technologies that eventually transfer to consumer products.

"Michelin has been innovating for more than 130 year...