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

Continental Expands Product Range and Focuses on Sustainability at Automechanika Frankfurt 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 with a substantial share of sustainable content. Enno Straten, head of the Automotive Aftermarket business segment, highlights the importance of collaboration and innovation in tackling the challenges of future mobility.

(PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT, 24-Jul-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — At this year’s Automechanika trade fair in Frankfurt, Continental is set to unveil a significant expansion of its spare and wearable parts business, introducing new product categories including sensors for advanced driver assistance systems. Emphasizing sustainability, Continental will also launch multi V-belts made from renewable and recycled materials, enhancing environmental compatibility without compromising performance.

Key Highlights

Expansion into New Product Categories: Continental is broadening its aftermarket portfolio to include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) components such as radar and camera modules. This expansion aims to equip service companies with the latest technology to meet the growing demand for vehicle safety and automation features.

Sustainable Wearable Parts: In line with its commitment to sustainability, Continental will debut the first production-ready multi V-belts utilizing renewable and recycled materials. This innovation is part of a broader effort to increase the environmental sustainability of automotive components.

Innovative Tire Solutions: Continental will also present the UltracContact NXT, a production tire featuring up to 65 percent renewable, recycled, and mass balance certified materials. This tire exemplifies the company’s dedication to combining sustainability with maximum safety and performance.

Continental’s Commitment to Future Mobility

Enno Straten, head of Continental’s Automotive Aftermarket business segment, emphasized the company’s role in addressing the evolving needs of the automotive industry. “New technologies, digitalization, and a cross-industry trend towards greater sustainability pose huge challenges for workshop partners and retailers. At Automechanika, we want to show that our partners can rely on our expertise as a premium supplier and on our services. Together with them, we want to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s mobility and help them seize opportunities. This positive spirit is expressed by our tagline ‘Shaping Tomorrow. Together!’”

Showcasing at Automechanika Frankfurt

Continental will be showcasing a variety of innovations at booth FOR.0 A03 from September 10 to 14, 2024.

Highlights will include:

• ADAS Sensors: New camera and radar modules designed to support advanced driver assistance systems.
• Sustainable Multi V-Belts: The first production-ready belts made from renewable and recycled materials.
• Premium Brake Solutions: New product innovations from Continental’s premium brake brand ATE.
• UltracContact NXT Tire: A high-performance tire with a significant share of sustainable materials.

Supporting the Automotive Aftermarket

Continental’s expanded product range and sustainability initiatives are designed to support service companies and retailers in navigating the rapidly changing automotive landscape. By providing advanced, environmentally-friendly solutions, Continental aims to help its partners thrive in the face of new technological and environmental challenges.

Visit Continental at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024 to explore these innovations and learn how the company is shaping the future of mobility.

Media Contact:

Oliver Heil
Spokesperson EMEA
ContiTech
+49 6196 87-2681
+49 6196 87-79-2681
oliver.heil@continental.com

SOURCE: Continental AG