Continental Dominates Global EV Market: Supplies Original Equipment Tires to 18 of 20 Leading Manufacturers

Continental Dominates Global EV Market: Supplies Original Equipment Tires to 18 of 20 Leading Manufacturers

(IN BRIEF) Continental has established its dominance in the electric vehicle market by supplying original equipment tires to 18 of the world’s 20 highest-volume fully electric vehicle manufacturers in 2024. With nine of the top 10 EV manufacturers in each of Asia-Pacific, EMEA, and the Americas opting for Continental’s tires, the company reinforces its reputation for quality, efficiency, and safety. The EcoContact 7 tire, a key innovation in Continental’s energy-efficient line, utilizes advanced aerodynamic features and an “aerodimple” sidewall design to reduce rolling resistance and noise—critical attributes for the heavier and high-torque electric vehicles. Since 2023, EV-optimized Continental tire models have been clearly marked with the EV-Compatible logo, ensuring enhanced range and performance across all drive systems.

(PRESS RELEASE) HANOVER, 8-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — In a landmark achievement for the electric vehicle industry, Continental has supplied original equipment tires to 18 of the world’s 20 highest-volume fully electric vehicle manufacturers in 2024. Across key regions—Asia-Pacific, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa), and the Americas—nine out of the top 10 EV manufacturers have chosen Continental tires for their fleets, a testament to the brand’s global leadership and technological excellence.

Manja Greimeier, Head of Original Equipment at Continental Tires, explains, “The high level of trust placed in our original equipment tires by electric vehicle manufacturers worldwide confirms that we provide an inspiring driving experience. Our tires offer the low rolling resistance, quiet performance, and uncompromising safety that electric vehicles require.”

Electric vehicles demand specialized tire solutions due to their heavier weight from battery systems and the instant torque they generate. These factors can lead to increased tire wear and more pronounced rolling noise, challenges that Continental has been addressing for decades. The EcoContact 7, the latest evolution of Continental’s pioneering energy-efficient tire line originally launched in 1993 as the ContiEcoContact, exemplifies these innovations. Featuring a specially optimized sidewall design and an “aerodimple” structure inspired by golf ball dimples, the EcoContact 7 minimizes air turbulence and enhances aerodynamics to improve energy efficiency—benefiting both electric and combustion-engine vehicles.

Since 2023, Continental has marked its EV-optimized models with the EV-Compatible logo, making it easier for consumers to identify tire solutions that maximize range and performance in electric vehicles. These technological advancements ensure that every tire in Continental’s portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern drive systems while delivering an exceptional driving experience.

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