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Continental Unveils Terra Adventure: Redefining Off-Road Excellence for Gravel Enthusiasts

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled the Terra Adventure, the latest and most aggressive addition to its Terra tire series, engineered specifically for off-road gravel riding. Inspired by the technology behind its renowned XC mountain bike tires, the Terra Adventure features … Read the full press release

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

(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 Taps Visionary Vincent Charles to Accelerate Future Mobility Transformations

(IN BRIEF) Continental has elevated Vincent Charles to a pivotal executive role, reflecting the company’s strategic focus on innovation and transformative leadership. Known for his extensive background in the automotive and technology industries, Charles is now charged with driving key … Read the full press release

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

(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 Expands Road Tire Line with Grand Prix TR for Everyday and Endurance Riders

(IN BRIEF) In this announcement, Continental presents the Grand Prix TR as an affordable yet high-performing road tire, featuring tubeless-ready technology, a robust 4-ply design, and the BlackChili compound for optimized grip and efficiency. Positioned in the endurance category, it … Read the full press release

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

(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 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 … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Personalized Window Projection Technology at CES 2025

(IN BRIEF) At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Continental will debut its innovative window projection solution, which allows content to be displayed on a vehicle’s rear side windows, visible from the outside when parked. The technology uses a mini projector … Read the full press release

Continental Announces Plans for Automotive Sector Spin-Off by End of 2025

(IN BRIEF) Continental plans to spin off its Automotive group sector by the end of 2025, with preparations to be completed by the third quarter of 2025. The move is subject to approval from the Supervisory Board in March 2025 … Read the full press release

Continental Drives Sustainability Forward with Recycled PET Bottles in Tire Production

(IN BRIEF) Continental is expanding the use of recycled polyester yarn made from PET bottles in its tire production, increasing the average recycled material content by three percent across many tire lines. This innovation, driven by the company’s ContiRe.Tex technology, … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces ATE SecuBrake: A Sustainable, Hazard-Free DOT 4 Brake Fluid

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced ATE SecuBrake, the first sustainably produced DOT 4 brake fluid free from hazardous materials requiring special labelling. Part of the ATE New Original line, it is designed for advanced braking systems, including those in electric … Read the full press release

Continental and trinamiX Earn CES Innovation Award for Advanced Driver Monitoring Display

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in partnership with trinamiX, has won a CES Innovation Award for its Invisible Biometrics Sensing Display, which integrates advanced driver and passenger monitoring technologies invisibly behind an OLED screen. The display features 3D distance mapping for optimized … Read the full press release

Continental Tops European Tire Tests with Leading Performance in Winter and All-Season Categories

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s tires have excelled in European tire tests, winning 15 first-place rankings across various publications and automobile clubs. Their WinterContact series, including the TS 870 for small and midsize cars and the TS 870 P for more powerful … Read the full press release

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

(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

(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’s UltraContact NXT Wins Top Innovation Award for Sustainability in Tire Design

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s UltraContact NXT tire has been awarded the Future Tire & Rubber Award 2024 by the European Rubber Journal in the “Advanced Design: Tires” category. This recognition highlights the UltraContact NXT’s use of up to 65% sustainable materials, … Read the full press release

Continental’s SportContact 7 Tires Power the New 1,000 HP BRABUS ROCKET GTS Supercar

(IN BRIEF) Continental has partnered with BRABUS to exclusively supply its high-performance SportContact 7 tires for the new BRABUS ROCKET GTS supercar. This collaboration extends a 25-year relationship between the two companies, focusing on optimizing performance and safety for high-powered … Read the full press release

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P Wins Double ‘Exemplary’ Rating in AUTO BILD Winter Tire Tests

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s WinterContact TS 870 P tire has earned the highest rating of “exemplary” in two separate winter tire tests conducted by AUTO BILD Allrad and AUTO BILD sportscars. The tire was praised for its excellent performance on snow-covered, … Read the full press release

Continental Named Among World’s Top Sustainable Companies, Sets Ambitious Carbon-Neutral Goals for 2050

(IN BRIEF) Continental has been recognized as one of the world’s most sustainable companies for 2024 by Time magazine and Statista, securing the 265th spot overall and ranking second among tire manufacturers. The recognition highlights Continental’s strong efforts in reducing … Read the full press release

Continental Wins ETM Award 2024 for Excellence in Commercial Vehicle Tires

(IN BRIEF) Continental has won the ETM Award 2024 in the “Tires” category, based on a readers’ poll by ETM, recognizing its excellence in commercial vehicle tires. The award highlights Continental’s innovative Generation 5 tire line, which enhances fuel efficiency, … Read the full press release