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Meet the Michelin Man in 2025 <br><br>He’s not just a figure made of tires — he represents trust, innovation, and heritage. :contentReference[oaicite:1]index=1<br><br>What You Didn’t Know About Bibendum  <br><br>Did you know he was originally depicted holding a goblet filled with nails and broken glass? It wasn’t a drink — it was a bold statement that Michelin tires could "drink up" road hazards. :contentReference[oaicite:2]index=2<br><br>From Mummy to Mascot  <br><br>Despite aesthetic changes,  Michelin Man symbol his friendly presence endures, with 90% brand recognition worldwide. :contentReference[oaicite:3]index=3<br><br>The Icon That Refuses to Fade  <br><br>He may not hand out Michelin Man mascot stars, but his image is deeply tied to the guide that honors top dining and travel experiences. :contentReference[oaicite:4]index=4<br><br>Why We Still Love the Michelin Man  <br><br>Whether you spot him on a tire, in an ad, or linked to Michelin-starred restaurants, he bridges past and present.
Why Bibendum Still Matters <br><br>Bibendum — better known as the Michelin Man figure Man — is more than a mascot; he’s one of the world’s most enduring brand icons. :contentReference[oaicite:1]index=1<br><br>What You Didn’t Know About Bibendum  <br><br>His name comes from the Latin slogan "Nunc est bibendum," meaning "Now is the time to drink." :contentReference[oaicite:2]index=2<br><br>From Mummy to Mascot  <br><br>By 1998, for his centennial, he was slimmed down and Michelin Man streamlined to reflect today’s sleek tire designs. :contentReference[oaicite:3]index=3<br><br>The Icon That Refuses to Fade  <br><br>He may not hand out Michelin stars, but his image is deeply tied to the guide that honors top dining and travel experiences. :contentReference[oaicite:4]index=4<br><br>Why We Still Love the Michelin Man  <br><br>Whether you spot him on a tire, in an ad, or linked to Michelin-starred restaurants, he bridges past and present.

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Why Bibendum Still Matters

Bibendum — better known as the Michelin Man figure Man — is more than a mascot; he’s one of the world’s most enduring brand icons. :contentReference[oaicite:1]index=1

What You Didn’t Know About Bibendum

His name comes from the Latin slogan "Nunc est bibendum," meaning "Now is the time to drink." :contentReference[oaicite:2]index=2

From Mummy to Mascot

By 1998, for his centennial, he was slimmed down and Michelin Man streamlined to reflect today’s sleek tire designs. :contentReference[oaicite:3]index=3

The Icon That Refuses to Fade

He may not hand out Michelin stars, but his image is deeply tied to the guide that honors top dining and travel experiences. :contentReference[oaicite:4]index=4

Why We Still Love the Michelin Man

Whether you spot him on a tire, in an ad, or linked to Michelin-starred restaurants, he bridges past and present.