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Continental and Collard Group Partnership Reduces Fleet Flat Tire Incidents by 50 Percent Through ContiLifeCycle Program

(IN BRIEF) Continental has partnered with the Collard Group in southern England to improve fleet efficiency and reliability through its ContiLifeCycle tire management concept. The initiative includes the use of premium hot-retreaded Bandvulc tires designed for demanding environments such as … Read the full press release

Continental Upgrades skai Parotega NF Artificial Leather with Improved Durability and Environmental Performance

(IN BRIEF) Continental has upgraded its skai Parotega NF artificial leather upholstery by making staynu surface technology a standard feature, improving durability, resistance to soiling and ease of cleaning. The material, widely used in healthcare, hospitality and public buildings, now … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Terra Range with New Terra Competition Gravel Tire Designed for Speed and Multi Surface Riding

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched the Terra Competition, the fastest gravel tire in its Terra Range, designed to combine road-bike efficiency with reliable performance on light off-road terrain. The tire features an aerodynamic tread design with a continuous center section … Read the full press release

CDP Assessment Highlights Continental’s Commitment to Renewable Energy Sustainable Materials and Water Conservation

(IN BRIEF) Continental has earned an “A-” rating from CDP for its climate transparency and emissions reduction efforts, alongside a continued “B” rating in water management, highlighting sustained progress in sustainability performance. The recognition reflects the company’s use of renewable … Read the full press release

Continental Adds Reflective Terra Adventure Variant for Enhanced Low-Light Gravel Riding

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced the Terra Adventure Graphite-Reflex, a new gravel tire variant featuring a reflective sidewall strip to improve visibility in low-light conditions. Retaining the aggressive, MTB-inspired tread and durable construction of the original Terra Adventure, the new … Read the full press release

Continental Strengthens Supply Chain Sustainability as ContiTech Introduces Next-Generation PVC with Reduced Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Continental is strengthening its sustainability efforts by transitioning the majority of its ContiTech PVC-based products to INEOS Inovyn’s CO₂-optimized NEOVYN™ PVC, which carries a 37% lower carbon footprint than conventional European-standard PVC. Supported by renewable energy sources such … Read the full press release

Continental showcases most advanced city bus tire yet at Busworld Europe with focus on e-mobility and sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled the Conti Urban HA 5 NXT, its most advanced city bus tire, at Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels. Made with up to 60 percent renewable, recycled, and ISCC PLUS mass-balance-certified materials, the tire reduces rolling … Read the full press release

Continental ContiTech pioneers purified pyrolysis oil technology to recycle complex rubber and replace fossil resources

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s ContiTech division has launched a new era in rubber recycling by acquiring exclusive patent rights for an advanced pyrolysis-based purification process and commissioning a pilot plant to produce high-quality pyrolysis oil. The breakthrough allows waste rubber, including … Read the full press release

Continental awarded Kalmar’s 2025 Sustainability Award for advancing greener supply chains and innovative tire solutions

(IN BRIEF) Continental has received the “Sustainability Award 2025” from Kalmar in recognition of its leadership in environmental responsibility, supply chain transparency, and sustainable product innovation. The award, presented at Kalmar’s Supplier Day in Szczecin, Poland, is based on Continental’s … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils aContact Tire Range for Autonomous Fleets, Debuting in Las Vegas and San Francisco

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched its aContact tire line, designed specifically for autonomous vehicle fleets, with initial deployment in US cities including Las Vegas and San Francisco. The tires combine safety, durability, and efficiency, offering features such as robust sidewalls, … Read the full press release

Continental Survey Reveals How Fleet Operators in UK, France and Germany Differ on Digital and Sustainability Strategies

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s “The Future of Fleets” study, surveying 850 managers across Europe and North America, reveals that 76 percent of fleets face rising operating costs and 46 percent fear broader economic threats. The research illuminates marked differences in each country’s appetite … Read the full press release

Continental Drives Up Renewable Content in Tires with Rice Husk Silica and Recycled Carbon Black

(IN BRIEF) Continental is boosting the share of renewable and recycled materials in its tires from 26 percent in 2024 to over 40 percent by 2030. The company now uses silica made from rice husk ash instead of quartz to … Read the full press release

New Continental Report Highlights Tyre Innovations and Policy Drivers for Zero-Emission Road Freight

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s new 38-page white paper, “Electric Mobility for Commercial Vehicles,” released on June 19, 2025, offers a thorough survey of electrification trends for trucks, buses, and vans in Europe. It begins with background on EU emissions standards, toll … Read the full press release

SportContact 7 and PremiumContact 7 Propel Continental to Top Spot in 2025 Consumer Quality Survey

(IN BRIEF) Continental has been named Germany’s Quality Winner 2025 for car tires, an accolade determined by close to 45,000 consumer ratings across 560 brands and 66 sectors. The award recognizes Continental’s comprehensive quality strategy, which spans exhaustive physical and … Read the full press release

Continental Otrokovice Factory Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification to Fuel 40 Percent Sustainable Tire Materials by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s Otrokovice tire plant has been awarded ISCC PLUS certification, confirming its adherence to strict documentation and traceability standards for renewable and recycled raw materials. This site now joins five other Continental factories worldwide in meeting these globally … Read the full press release

Continental Tops 2025 Summer Tire Rankings with SportContact 7 Victories and Sustainable UltraContact NXT Debut

(IN BRIEF) Continental has achieved ten first-place finishes and four second-place results in 2025 summer tire tests, underscoring its leadership in the premium segment. The SportContact 7 dominated seven of eight tests for sporty vehicles, while the PremiumContact 7 earned … Read the full press release

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

(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

Continental and GIZ Expand Natural Rubber Sustainability Project in Indonesia to Reach 6,000 Smallholders by 2027

(IN BRIEF) Continental has extended its natural rubber sustainability project with GIZ in Indonesia until 2027, aiming to support an additional 1,000 smallholders on top of the 5,000 already trained. The initiative, co-funded by BMZ, has helped increase farmer incomes … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Advanced Laser Beam Scanning for High-Definition Near-Field Projections and Next-Gen Automotive Lighting

(IN BRIEF) Continental is unveiling its advanced laser beam scanning (LBS) technology designed for near-field projection applications in vehicles, offering dynamic, high-definition, and color-capable image projections. This innovative system boasts a compact design for seamless integration into vehicle architecture. Alongside … Read the full press release

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 … Read the full press release