(IN BRIEF) Continental has achieved 84 out of 100 points in the latest EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, earning a gold medal and ranking among the top 5 percent of companies assessed worldwide. The company scored especially strongly in the environment and … Read the full press release
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Tagged biogas, Biomass, certified supply chains, circular raw materials, climate change mitigation, Coal Phase-Out, Continental, Continental Achieves 84-Point EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, Continental Advances Renewable Materials and Emissions Reduction in Tire Production, Continental Sustainability Progress Recognised With EcoVadis Gold Rating, Continental tires, CO₂ reduction, EcoVadis, EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, Emissions Reduction, Environment, ethics, Germany, Gold Medal, Hanover, heavy fuel oil phase-out, Jorge Almeida, Labour and Human Rights, liquefied petroleum gas, LPG, manufacture of rubber tyres and tubes, natural gas, raw material traceability, recycled materials, recycled PET bottles, recycled steel, renewable energy, renewable materials, rice husk ash, silica, supplier sustainability, sustainability rating, sustainability reporting, sustainable procurement, Synthetic Rubber, tire manufacturer, tire production, top 5 percent
(IN BRIEF) Continental is extending its European Roadshow through 2027 to engage directly with fleet operators, logistics companies, dealers and other transport-sector partners across the region. The mobile showtruck presents Continental’s Generation 5 commercial vehicle tyre range, including the Conti … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged commercial vehicle tyres, connected transport, Conti Eco HT 5, Conti Efficient Pro HT 5, Conti Hybrid HT 5, ContiConnect, Continental, Continental Continues European Fleet Engagement Programme With Trailer and Digital Solutions, Continental Expands European Fleet Roadshow Through 2027 With Focus on Tyres and Digital Services, Continental Extends Mobile Customer Platform for European Transport and Logistics Operators, Continental Takes Commercial Vehicle Tyre and Fleet Technology Roadshow Across Europe, Czech Republic, Denmark, digitalisation, European roadshow, Finland, fleet management, Generation 5 tyres, Germany, Ivonne Bierwirth, logistics companies, Norway, Operational Efficiency, predictive maintenance, rolling resistance, Total Cost of Ownership, trailer tyres, transport fleets, tyre durability, tyre monitoring
(IN BRIEF) Continental will provide tire technology across the full 2026 Tour de France operation, supplying more than 1,000 bicycle tires, over 400 tires for support vehicles and 120 motorcycle tires. Six teams representing more than a quarter of the … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, France, Germany, Industrial, Security & Safety, Sports, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Aero 111, aerodynamic performance, automotive tires, Bahrain-Victorious, Barcelona, bicycle tires, Continental, Continental Equips Six Teams and Entire Race Convoy for 2026 Tour de France, Continental Supports Full Tour de France Race Operation With Bicycle Vehicle and Motorcycle Tires, ContiRoadAttack 4, crosswinds, Decathlon CMA CGM AG2R La Mondiale, EcoContact 6, escort motorcycles, France, From Road Bikes to Race Convoy Continental Equips the 2026 Tour de France, Germany, Grand Prix 5000 AS TR, Grand Prix 5000 S TR, Grand Prix 5000 TT TR, Groupama-FDJ United, Hannah Ferle, Kawasaki Versys 1100, motorcycle tires, Movistar Team, Paris, PremiumContact 7, professional cycling, puncture protection, race convoy, road bike tires, rolling resistance, support vehicles, time trials, Tour de France, Tour de France 2026, tubeless tires, UAE Team Emirates – XRG, UltraContact NXT, Uno-X Mobility, wet-weather grip
(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched its 2026 Tour de France Limited Edition tire package, pairing a 29 mm Aero 111 front tire with a 30 mm Grand Prix 5000 S TR rear tire. The special bundle features transparent sidewalls and … Read the full press release
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Tagged 2025 Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, Aero 111, aerodynamic tires, Bahrain-Victorious, bicycle tires, BlackChili compound, Continental, Continental Introduces First Transparent Aero 111 in 2026 Tour de France Limited Edition Bundle, Continental Launches Tour de France Limited Edition Aero 111 and Grand Prix 5000 S TR Tire Set, crosswind performance, cycling technology, Decathlon CMA CGM, Germany, Grand Prix 5000 S TR, Groupama-FDJ United, Hannah Ferle, Hanover, hookless compatibility, Movistar Team, New Limited-Edition Continental Tires Pair Aerodynamic Performance with Transparent Sidewalls, professional cycling, puncture protection, road bike tires, road racing, rolling resistance, Søren Wærenskjold, Tour de France 2026, Tour de France Femmes avec ZWIFT, Tour de France Limited Edition, Tour de France Limited Edition Brings Continental’s Race-Ready Road Tire Technologies to Riders, transparent sidewalls, tubeless-ready tires, UAE Team ADQ, UAE Team Emirates – XRG, Uno-X Mobility, Vectran Breaker
(IN BRIEF) Continental will supply more than 1,000 road bike tires to six teams competing in the 2026 Tour de France, with over a quarter of the peloton expected to use tires produced at its Korbach plant in Germany. The … Read the full press release
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Tagged Aero 111, aerodynamic tires, all-season tires, Bahrain-Victorious, Barcelona, bicycle tires, Champs-Elysées, Continental, Continental Brings Four Road Racing Tire Options to Tour de France Teams, Continental Tires to Support More Than a Quarter of the 2026 Tour de France Peloton, cycling teams, cycling technology, Decathlon CMA CGM, EcoContact 6, France, Germany, Grand Prix 5000 AS TR, Grand Prix 5000 S TR, Grand Prix 5000 TT TR, Groupama-FDJ United, Hannah Ferle, Hesse, Korbach, Korbach-Made Continental Tires Set for 21 Stages of the 2026 Tour de France, motorbikes, Movistar Team, Paris, Pelayo Sánchez, PremiumContact 7, professional cycling, Professional Cycling Data Supports Continental Tire Development for Racers and Recreational Riders, puncture protection, road bike tires, road racing, rolling resistance, support vehicles, time trial tires, tire development, tire grip, Tour de France 2026, Tour de France stages, tubeless-ready tires, UAE Team Emirates – XRG, UltraContact NXT, Uno-X Mobility
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus Germany has received a major order from the Federal Agency for Technical Relief for 490 MAN TGE vehicles to be used in civil protection and disaster response across Germany. The order includes 350 command … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, European Union, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Automotive Innovation, battery range, body manufacturer, Christian Götz, civil protection, command capabilities, command vehicles, Continental, Continental and Renault Group Use Virtual Development to Accelerate Low Rolling Resistance Tire Technology, Continental Supports Renault Group’s Electric Mobility Innovation with Highly Efficient Tire Design, crew transport vehicles, Disaster Response, disaster response operations, Dr Christian Strübel, driver-in-the-loop simulator, EcoContact 7, electric mobility, electric vehicles, emergency response vehicles, energy efficiency, equipment transport, EU tire label, EV range, Federal Agency for Technical Relief, federal-level order, France, Garage Futurama, Germany, government fleet, Guyancourt, Hanover, low rolling resistance, MAN Expands Public-Sector Mobility Role with 490 TGE Vehicles for Germany’s Federal Agency for Technical Relief, MAN TGE, MAN TGE Strengthens Disaster Response Fleet as THW Orders Command and Crew Transport Vehicles, MAN Truck & Bus Germany, MAN vans, mobile command centres, mobile workspaces, Nicolas Champetier, operational readiness, original equipment, Paris, personnel transport, prototype delivery, public-sector mobility, Renault Group, ROADS driving simulator, series production, sidewall design, special superstructures, Sustainability Tour, sustainable mobility, TGE Sales, THW, tire construction, tire development, tire technology, tread compound, vehicle customization, virtual development, virtual testing, volunteer responders, WAS, Wietmarscher Ambulanz- und Sonderfahrzeug GmbH, Wlad Simitch
(IN BRIEF) Continental has developed a highly efficient tire for Renault Group’s innovation teams as part of a strategic partnership aimed at improving electric vehicle energy efficiency and driving range. Based on the Continental EcoContact 7 and adapted to Renault … Read the full press release
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Tagged Automotive Innovation, battery range, Continental, Continental and Renault Group Use Virtual Development to Accelerate Low Rolling Resistance Tire Technology, Continental Supports Renault Group’s Electric Mobility Innovation with Highly Efficient Tire Design, Dr Christian Strübel, driver-in-the-loop simulator, EcoContact 7, electric mobility, electric vehicles, energy efficiency, EU tire label, EV range, France, Garage Futurama, Germany, Guyancourt, Hanover, low rolling resistance, Nicolas Champetier, original equipment, Paris, Renault Group, ROADS driving simulator, sidewall design, Sustainability Tour, sustainable mobility, tire construction, tire development, tire technology, tread compound, virtual development, virtual testing, Wlad Simitch
(IN BRIEF) Continental is presenting its expanded military tire portfolio at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, highlighting high-performance solutions for tactical and logistical vehicles operating in demanding conditions. Exhibiting in Hall 5B, Booth A197, the company is showcasing tires for different … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Defence, European Union, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, International Trade, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged armed forces, Booth A197, Continental, Continental Presents High-Performance Tire Solutions for Defense Mobility Applications in Paris, Continental Reinforces Defense Mobility Portfolio With Expanded Range of Military Tires at Eurosatory 2026, defense and security technologies, defense mobility, defense vehicles, deployment vehicles, difficult terrain, durability, Eurosatory 2026, global service network, Grabber X3, Hall 5B, Hannover, HCS, Heavy Tactical Vehicles, high loads, high performance tires, light off-road vehicles, logistics vehicles, Matthis Riekemann, medium tactical vehicles, military tires, national armed forces, off-road vehicles, operational mobility, Paris, performance, safety, soft terrain, SOT Traction, speed ratings, tactical vehicles, tire portfolio, tire technology, tread patterns, vehicle manufacturers
(IN BRIEF) Continental has started radial motorcycle tire production at its Rayong plant in Thailand, marking a major step in the company’s global motorcycle tire strategy. The launch was celebrated on 22 May 2026 as part of the opening ceremonies … Read the full press release
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Tagged adventure touring tires, automatic monitoring systems, automatic scales, automatic tool management, automotive manufacturing standards, camera systems, Christoph Ettenhuber, Continental, Continental Advances Global Motorcycle Tire Strategy Through Expanded Automated Production in Thailand, Continental Begins Radial Motorcycle Tire Production at Rayong Plant in Thailand, Continental Expands Motorcycle Tire Capabilities in Thailand with Start of Radial Production at Rayong Facility, Continental global production network, Continental Launches Radial Motorcycle Tire Production at Rayong Plant to Strengthen Global Manufacturing Network, Continental Motorcycle Tires, Continental Strengthens Asia Manufacturing Footprint with New Radial Motorcycle Tire Production in Rayong, diagonal motorcycle tires, Germany, green tire spray system, IATF certification, Korbach plant, manufacturing automation, motorcycle tire production, original equipment market, Passenger and Light Truck Tires division, premium motorcycle tires, profilometers, quality assurance, radial motorcycle tires, Rayong plant, Rayong Thailand, regional economy, renewable energy, rubber compounds, Sahil Agrawal, solar energy, sport-touring tires, sustainable manufacturing, Thailand tire manufacturing, tire traceability, vertical integration
(IN BRIEF) Continental has inaugurated a major expansion of its tire plant in Rayong, Thailand, supported by an investment of more than 300 million euros, or approximately 13 billion Thai Baht. The expansion adds annual capacity for 3 million additional … Read the full press release
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Tagged 13 billion Thai Baht investment, 3 million additional tires, 300 million euro investment, 600 new jobs, advanced automation, APAC tire market, Asia-Pacific, carport solar, Christian Kötz, Continental, Continental Adds 3 Million Tires in Annual Capacity at Rayong Plant as Demand Grows Across Thailand and Asia-Pacific, Continental Advances Regional Growth Strategy with Expanded Automated Tire Manufacturing Operations in Rayong, Continental Expands Rayong Tire Plant in Thailand with Major Investment to Support Growing Asia-Pacific Demand, Continental Launches Expanded Tire Production in Rayong and Begins Local Radial Motorcycle Tire Manufacturing, Continental Strengthens Asia-Pacific Manufacturing Network with Major Expansion of Rayong Tire Facility, Continental tire plant Rayong, Dalibor Kalina, diagonal tires, electric vehicle tires, floating photovoltaic systems, IATF-certified facility, Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand, Light truck tires, MaxContact MC7, motorcycle tires, original equipment tires, passenger car tires, Photovoltaic Systems, premium tires, radial motorcycle tires, Rayong Thailand, regional supply capabilities, renewable energy, rooftop solar, Safety and Environmental Governance awards, sustainable manufacturing, SUV tires, Thailand tire manufacturing, tire production expansion, tire quality assurance, ultra-high-performance tires, Vignesh Devasenapathy, water management
(IN BRIEF) Continental has showcased its VanContact Camper tire family ahead of the 2026 camper season, offering dedicated summer and all-season tires designed specifically for motorhomes. The portfolio includes the VanContact Ultra Camper and the VanContact A/S Ultra Camper, both … Read the full press release
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Tagged all-season tires, automotive industry, axle loads, camper season, camper tires, Camping Pneu, Continental, Continental Highlights Safety, Continental Introduces VanContact Camper Tire Range for Safer and More Flexible Motorhome Travel, Continental Targets Growing Motorhome Market with Reinforced VanContact Camper Summer and All-Season Tires, CP standard, Hannover, Load Capacity and All-Season Flexibility with VanContact Camper Tire Family, Mobility Solutions, motorhome tires, motorhome travel, Nicolas Jackisch, reinforced tire construction, rolling resistance, RV tires, summer tires, tire technology, VanContact A/S Ultra Camper, VanContact Camper, VanContact Ultra Camper, vehicle stability
(IN BRIEF) Continental has published a new White Paper examining how logistics companies in the European Union can address rising cost pressures and operational challenges by improving fleet safety through digital tire management. The report emphasizes the critical role of … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged ContiConnect, Continental, cross-border logistics, Digital Tire Monitoring, EU logistics, European transport sector, fleet management, fleet uptime, fuel efficiency, long-haul transport, New Study Shows How Smart Tire Monitoring Supports Efficiency and Risk Management for European Fleets, operational risk management, predictive maintenance, Rising Logistics Costs in Europe Drive Focus on Predictive Tire Monitoring and Fleet Safety Solutions, supply chain reliability, tire safety
(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced a new 50mm version of its Dubnital gravel tire, expanding its range to better serve riders tackling more technical and demanding courses. Designed to balance speed, grip, and durability, the tire features a fast-rolling tread … Read the full press release
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Tagged Alexander Haenke, Continental, Continental Expands Dubnital Tire Range with New 50mm Option for Aggressive Gravel Racing, Continental Strengthens Gravel Portfolio with New Fast Rolling and Durable Dubnital 50mm Tire, cycling, cycling equipment, Dubnital 50mm, Endurance Racing, gravel racing, gravel tires, hookless rims, mountain biking, off-road cycling, Rosa Klöser, tire technology, tubeless-ready, UNBOUND Gravel
(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
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Bandvulc retreaded tires, Collard Group, Collard Group Improves Fleet Reliability and Efficiency with Continental Retreaded Tire Solutions, commercial vehicle tires, construction fleet operations, ContiLifeCycle concept, Continental, fleet efficiency improvements, fleet tire management, Hanover Germany tire innovation, heavy duty truck tires, hot retreading technology, industrial retreading technology, Lee Troddyn, Paul Adams, recycling and waste management vehicles, sustainable tire solutions, tire lifecycle management, UK construction transport fleet
(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
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Tagged artificial leather, Continental, Continental Enhances skai Parotega NF Upholstery with Staynu Technology and Expanded Color Range, Continental Introduces Improved skai Parotega NF Upholstery Covering for Contract and Public Building Applications, contract interiors, fire protection B1, healthcare furniture, hospitality interiors, interior design materials, non flammable materials, phthalate-free plasticizer, skai Parotega NF, solvent free finishing, stain resistant surfaces, staynu technology, Surface Solutions, Tatjana Grund, upholstery covering, upholstery materials
(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
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Tagged aerodynamic tire design, Alexander Haenke, BlackChilli compound, Continental, Continental Launches Terra Competition Tire Offering Road Speed and Gravel Capability in One Design, cycling equipment, gravel cycling technology, gravel tire, hookless rims, lightweight tires, multi surface riding, road and gravel cycling, rolling resistance reduction, Terra Competition, Terra Competition Becomes Continental’s Fastest Gravel Tire with Improved Efficiency and Reduced Weight, Terra Range, tubeless-ready tires
(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
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Non Profit, Technology
Tagged biomass fuels, CDP rating, climate transparency, CO2 reduction, Continental, Continental Achieves A Minus CDP Rating for Climate Transparency and Emissions Reduction Progress, environmental policies, Jorge Almeida, low carbon products, RE100 initiative, recycled PET fibers, renewable electricity, resource efficiency, rice husk silica, supply chain transparency, Sustainability Efforts Earn Continental Strong Recognition for Low Carbon Innovation and Resource Efficiency, sustainability strategy, sustainable materials, Tire Manufacturing, water management
(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
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged adventure riding, Alexander Haenke, Continental, Continental Expands Gravel Lineup with Terra Adventure Graphite-Reflex Tire, Continental tires, gravel bike technology, gravel tires, Grip Compound, low-light visibility, MTB-inspired tread, off-road cycling, reflective sidewall, Terra Adventure Graphite-Reflex, Trail Casing, tubeless-ready tires
(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
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Arnaud Valenduc, automotive interiors, chemical industry fasteners, Christian Dohmen, Continental, Continental Accelerates Materials Decarbonisation through Large-Scale Adoption of Low-Carbon PVC from INEOS Inovyn, ContiTech, conveyor belts, CO₂ optimized materials, hydropower, industrial hoses, INEOS Inovyn, ISCC PLUS, low carbon hydrogen, low carbon PVC, mining sector materials, NEOVYN PVC, recycled raw materials, renewable energy manufacturing, rubber recycling, solar energy, sustainability strategy, sustainable materials, wind energy
(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
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged and smart fleet integration, bus tires, Busworld Europe, city buses, Conti Urban HA 5 NXT, ContiConnect, Continental, Continental launches Conti Urban HA 5 NXT with up to 60 percent sustainable materials and extended e-bus range, e-mobility, EU climate targets, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, Hinnerk Kaiser, ISCC PLUS, Leo Kolodziej, lower emissions, New Conti Urban HA 5 NXT city bus tire delivers higher mileage, predictive maintenance, public transport, recycled materials, renewable materials, sustainable mobility, tire sensors, urban mobility
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