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Renault 5 E-Tech Electric Rolls Out with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Comfort

PRESS RELEASE -- 7, June 2025

(IN BRIEF) The new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric will come equipped with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q tires in the 18-inch size, designed to offer low rolling resistance, reduced noise, and enhanced driving comfort. These tires are tailored for electric vehicles, … Read the full press release

Continental Supports DFDS’s Electric Fleet Transition with Eco-Friendly Tire Solutions and Digital Monitoring

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) DFDS has partnered with Continental to advance sustainable logistics, equipping its electric truck fleet with the high-performance Conti Eco Gen 5 tires and the ContiConnect tire management system. This collaboration aims to reduce emissions, increase operational efficiency, and … Read the full press release

Roland Welzbacher Appointed to Continental AG Executive Board as CFO

PRESS RELEASE -- 25, April 2025

(IN BRIEF) Roland Welzbacher has been appointed to the Executive Board of Continental AG, effective August 1, 2025. He will take over as CFO from Olaf Schick, following a transition period that concludes on October 1, 2025. Welzbacher, who has … Read the full press release

Zeekr 001 Achieves Unmatched Electric Safety and Performance with Continental PremiumContact 6

PRESS RELEASE -- 28, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) Continental has secured original equipment approval for its PremiumContact 6 tires in a 22-inch size, now featured on the Zeekr 001 electric sedan from Chinese automaker Zeekr. Designed for high safety and dynamic handling, these summer tires deliver … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Gravity Range: New SuperSoft and Soft Compound Options Empower Customizable Tire Performance

PRESS RELEASE -- 18, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) Continental has expanded its popular Gravity range with new tire options designed to enhance performance across various riding conditions. The update introduces Enduro casings in a new SuperSoft compound, which delivers maximum grip for aggressive riders navigating technical … Read the full press release

Continental’s Korbach Plant Secures ISCC PLUS Certification, Paving the Way for a Sustainable Tire Future

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s Korbach tire facility in Hanover has earned the ISCC PLUS certification, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable production by rigorously documenting and tracking the use of renewable and recycled materials. By implementing a mass balance approach, the company … Read the full press release

Continental’s ContiTech Division Announces Restructuring and Job Cuts in Response to Declining Market Demand

PRESS RELEASE -- 31, January 2025

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s ContiTech division is set to implement structural changes at several German locations due to declining demand in industries such as automotive and lignite mining. Around 580 jobs will be affected, with plant closures at Bad Blankenburg, Stolzenau, … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Cutting-Edge Brake Control System for Bugatti Bolide Hypercar

PRESS RELEASE -- 6, November 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental has developed an advanced electronic brake control system for the Bugatti Bolide, a 1,600-horsepower hypercar designed exclusively for the track. This system, based on Continental’s “Motorsports ABS Kit,” integrates anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control, … Read the full press release

Continental’s German Plants Achieve ISCC PLUS Certification, Advancing Sustainable Material Goals for 2050

PRESS RELEASE -- 31, October 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s ContiTech facilities in Waltershausen and Eislingen have achieved ISCC PLUS certification, marking them as the first Continental plants in Germany to reach this sustainability standard. This certification allows Continental to integrate renewable and recycled materials into its … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Hydraulic Bushings That Cut Train Maintenance Costs and Improve Passenger Comfort

PRESS RELEASE -- 20, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental has developed a new generation of hydraulic wheelset guiding bushings for trains, offering improved adaptability to track conditions, which enhances passenger comfort and extends the lifespan of critical components. These bushings can be retrofitted without requiring modifications … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Aftermarket Product Range to Meet Electric Vehicle and Euro 7 Standards

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental has announced a major expansion of its aftermarket product offerings, including new sensors for driver assistance systems, chassis components, and high-pressure fuel pumps. The launch also includes the ATE New Original brake line, designed for electric vehicles … Read the full press release

Continental Advances Sustainability in Automotive Aftermarket with New Eco-Friendly Products

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) At Automechanika 2024, Continental unveiled new sustainable products, including the CONTI NXT Multi V-belt, made from nearly two-thirds recycled and renewable materials, and the ATE New Original brake line for electric vehicles. These innovations aim to reduce environmental … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Eco-Friendly Tough RuNR Air Springs with Reduced CO2 Emissions

PRESS RELEASE -- 29, July 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched Tough RuNR air springs, which significantly reduce CO2 emissions by using a new compound of natural rubber and ethylene-propylene-diene rubber (EPDM) instead of synthetic rubber. This innovation, to be showcased at the IAA Transportation 2024 … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Product Range and Focuses on Sustainability at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, July 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental is set to significantly expand its spare and wearable parts business at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, focusing on sustainability and advanced driver assistance systems. The company will introduce multi V-belts made from renewable materials and a high-performance tire … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces Groundbreaking High-Performance Computer in First Software-Defined Vehicle

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental has successfully integrated a cross-domain High-Performance Computer (HPC) into a car, marking a significant advancement in software-defined vehicle (SDV) technology. This innovative car hosts not only cockpit functionalities but also critical vehicle operations such as driving safety … Read the full press release

Continental Launches VikingContact 8: The Ultimate Winter Tire for Nordic Conditions

PRESS RELEASE -- 16, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental is proud to introduce the VikingContact 8, the latest innovation in winter tire technology designed specifically for the demanding conditions of Nordic winters. Engineered with a focus on safety, comfort, and sustainability, the VikingContact 8 sets a … Read the full press release

ContiTech’s Sustainability Drive: PV System Installations and Pilot Plants

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) ContiTech, a sector of Continental, is making significant strides toward sustainability by installing a photovoltaic (PV) system at its Timișoara facility in Romania. Seven more locations are set to follow suit in 2024, supporting the company’s goal of … Read the full press release

Major Advancement: Continental and Aurora Set Sights on Autonomous Trucking in 2027

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Continental and Aurora Innovation have achieved a significant milestone in their partnership to develop autonomous trucking systems. They have completed the design of the Aurora Driver hardware and fallback system, paving the way for production in 2027. This … Read the full press release

Continental Tires Expands North American Bicycle Operations with Key Hire

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, December 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental Tires the Americas, LLC, has appointed Shane Messner as the Head of Bicycle the Americas, a strategic move coinciding with increased investment in the North American market. Continental recently announced plans to strengthen its presence in the … Read the full press release

Continental Partners with Synopsys to Accelerate Software Development for Software-Defined Vehicles

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, December 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental has announced a collaboration with Synopsys aimed at expediting the development and validation of software features and applications for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). This partnership combines Synopsys’ virtual prototyping solutions for virtual Electronic Control Units (vECU) with Continental’s … Read the full press release