Continental Unveils Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety in Long-Distance Haulage

Continental Unveils Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety in Long-Distance Haulage

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched its new Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 tires designed for the commercial vehicle industry. These tires feature the innovative vec2Sil silica compound, which reduces rolling resistance and improves fuel and energy efficiency, while also offering enhanced mileage. The tires are tailored for long-distance haulage and electric vehicles, with improved performance in various weather conditions. The Conti EfficientPro 5 ensures excellent handling, traction, and stability, helping fleet operators reduce operating costs and carbon emissions. The tires also meet EU regulations and are highly durable, with a focus on both efficiency and safety for electric fleets.

(PRESS RELEASE) HANOVER, 21-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Continental has introduced its new Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 tires for the commercial vehicle sector, designed to improve fuel and energy efficiency, increase range, and enhance safety. Featuring the innovative silica compound, vec2Sil, these tires are optimized to reduce rolling resistance while offering improved mileage, helping fleet operators reduce operating costs and carbon emissions in long-distance haulage operations.

“The new Conti EfficientPro 5 represents a significant advancement in helping our customers meet ambitious carbon reduction targets while preparing for a future with electric drive systems,” said Hinnerk Kaiser, Head of Product Development EMEA at Continental. “We’ve developed a tire that addresses the needs of long-distance haulage today while paving the way for the electric vehicle fleet of tomorrow.”

The vec2Sil technology, which combines low rolling resistance with high durability, ensures that the Conti EfficientPro 5 tires are energy-efficient while maintaining excellent traction and handling. With a higher load index, the tires are also capable of supporting electric trucks without compromising payload capacity, which is crucial as the industry transitions to more sustainable solutions. The tires’ performance is further enhanced by a specially designed tread with void-generating grooves, offering superior braking and handling, even on wet or snowy roads.

Continental’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in these new tires. The vec2Sil technology significantly reduces rolling resistance, making them a key component in helping fleet operators lower fuel consumption and meet stringent EU regulations. “The design and advanced tread of the Conti EfficientPro 5 ensure outstanding grip in all weather conditions, ensuring goods are delivered safely and on time,” Kaiser added. Additionally, the tire’s robust casing enhances its retreadability, extending the tire’s lifecycle.

Tailored for Electric Vehicles

The Conti EfficientPro 5 is the first tire specifically designed to meet the needs of electric commercial vehicles, with special focus on stability, durability, and safety, especially when carrying heavy loads. “This tire is a milestone for fleet operators who prioritize both energy efficiency and safety, particularly those already embracing electric mobility,” Kaiser explained.

Available in multiple sizes, the Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 tires are ideal for fleets that aim to optimize both performance and sustainability in long-haul transport.

Tire Specifications:

• 315/70R22.5 158/150L (154/150M) TL Conti EfficientPro HS 5 3PMSF
• 385/55R22.5 162K (158L) TL Conti EfficientPro HS 5 3PMSF
• 315/70R22.5 154/150L (152/148M) TL Conti EfficientPro HD 5 EU 3PMSF

Media Contact:

Annette Rojas
Spokesperson commercial vehicle tires
Public Relations, Media and Communication
Replacement Tires EMEA
Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH
+49 160 9083 7745
annette.rojas@conti.de

SOURCE: Continental