Cooper Avon has confirmed it is in talks with Formula One bosses over the possibility of supplying its tyres to the sport next season, Reuters reports.

The UK-based manufacturer is rumoured to have been the subject of an approach by the sport’s boss Bernie Ecclestone at the Chinese Grand Prix last Sunday (April 18th).

A spokesman for the company confirmed the talks in a statement: "As a major motorsport tyre manufacturer Cooper Tire, through its Avon Tyres Motorsport operation, has been approached to supply Formula One."

Formula One is on the lookout for a new supplier after Bridgestone announced it would not be extending its deal, bringing to an end 14 years of involvement with the sport.

French company Michelin is also in discussions to become a supplier for next season.

According to Xtrac, some car parts from Formula One cars could be applied to road vehicles to enhance their performance.

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