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Continental’s PremiumContact 7 Earns Top Rating in Auto Bild Summer Tire Test

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s PremiumContact 7 summer tire has achieved an exemplary top rating in the latest test conducted by the German trade magazine Auto Bild. Out of 54 other summer tire models tested on a VW Golf VIII, the PremiumContact … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Reach as Top Tire Supplier for Electric Vehicle Manufacturers in Asia-Pacific Region

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone by supplying tires to all five highest-volume electric vehicle manufacturers in the Asia-Pacific region for the first time, joining its stronghold in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and … Read the full press release

The European companies at MWC Barcelona 2024: AI, 5G, VR, XR, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Entertainment, etc.

(IN BRIEF) At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024, European companies showcased a wide array of innovations and strategic partnerships that underscored their commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing connectivity across various sectors. The key topics discussed by … Read the full press release

Continental’s Tire Tech App Revolutionizes Fleet Management with New Features and Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Continental unveils an enhanced version of its TireTech App, empowering fleet managers, drivers, retailers, and tire workshops with advanced functionalities for optimal tire performance and fleet efficiency. The app now includes winter tire recommendations for 39 countries, tire … Read the full press release

Vredeveld Group Revolutionizes Fleet Management with Continental’s ContiConnect Digital Tire Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) The Vredeveld Group, a leading logistics company in the Netherlands, has implemented Continental’s ContiConnect digital tire monitoring technology across its modern fleet, resulting in significant improvements in fleet efficiency, fuel consumption, and carbon emissions reduction. With a fleet … Read the full press release

Continental’s AIBA Facility Marks Milestone with Over a Million Test Drives

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s cutting-edge tire braking test facility, the Automated Indoor Braking Analyzer (AIBA), has achieved a significant milestone, completing over a million test drives since its inception in 2012. The AIBA facility, renowned for its fully automated, climate-controlled environment, … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Chooses Continental Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety in E-Class

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz has once again partnered with Continental for its new E-Class model, equipping it with EcoContact 6 Q tires known for energy-efficient driving and reduced noise levels. These tires offer benefits such as extended service life and low … Read the full press release

Continental Leads Tire Industry in Sustainability with Innovative Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading international tire manufacturer, is at the forefront of sustainability in the industry. The company has integrated sustainable materials like recycled PET and rice husk ash silica from its Conti GreenConcept concept tire into its series … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Groundbreaking Crystal Center Display at CES 2024, Revolutionizing Luxury Car Interiors

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a technology company, has unveiled its revolutionary Crystal Center Display at CES 2024, showcasing a fusion of cutting-edge microLED technology and premium crystal housing in a world-first design. This innovative 10-inch automotive display, developed in collaboration with … Read the full press release

ContiTech’s Sustainability Drive: PV System Installations and Pilot Plants

(IN BRIEF) ContiTech, a sector of Continental, is making significant strides toward sustainability by installing a photovoltaic (PV) system at its Timișoara facility in Romania. Seven more locations are set to follow suit in 2024, supporting the company’s goal of … Read the full press release

Major Advancement: Continental and Aurora Set Sights on Autonomous Trucking in 2027

(IN BRIEF) Continental and Aurora Innovation have achieved a significant milestone in their partnership to develop autonomous trucking systems. They have completed the design of the Aurora Driver hardware and fallback system, paving the way for production in 2027. This … Read the full press release

Continental’s Century-Long Commitment to Sustainable Tire Retreading Reduces CO2 Emissions by 50%

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, has been advancing sustainability in the tire industry for over a century with its tire retreading program. They retread over a million truck and bus tires annually, saving resources and cutting costs. Research … Read the full press release

BMW’s High-Performance M 1000 XR to Feature Continental’s ContiRaceAttack 2 Street Tires

(IN BRIEF) Continental has partnered with BMW Motorrad to provide OEM approval for their ContiRaceAttack 2 Street hypersport tires on the new BMW M 1000 XR. This collaboration marks the first-time partnership between the two premium manufacturers in the hypersport … Read the full press release

Continental Partners with Synopsys to Accelerate Software Development for Software-Defined Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Continental has announced a collaboration with Synopsys aimed at expediting the development and validation of software features and applications for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). This partnership combines Synopsys’ virtual prototyping solutions for virtual Electronic Control Units (vECU) with Continental’s … Read the full press release

Continental Voted Best Tire Service Provider by WERKSTATT aktuell Readers

(IN BRIEF) Continental has received recognition as the top provider in the “Tire Services” category according to a survey conducted by the German trade magazine WERKSTATT aktuell. The survey, held for the tenth time, invited readers to identify the best … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Smart Farming at Agritechnica 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading technology company, is showcasing its extensive product and service portfolio tailored to the agricultural sector at Agritechnica 2023. Under the theme “Our Smart Farming. For your harvest of tomorrow,” Continental presents a range of sustainable … Read the full press release

Continental Announces Streamlining Measures to Enhance Competitiveness in Automotive Sector

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading automotive technology company, has unveiled a series of measures aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of its Automotive sector. The company plans to simplify and streamline its business and administrative structures, targeting an annual cost reduction … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces Sustainable Solutions and Certificates for Fleet Operators

(IN BRIEF) Continental is offering a comprehensive portfolio of solutions aimed at making fleet operations more efficient and sustainable. Fleet operators can select from a modular range of solutions, including ContiLifeCycle and ContiConnect digital tire management, as part of the … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Industrial Solutions with Acquisition of Conveyor and Maintenance Firm Vertech AB

(IN BRIEF) Continental has acquired Vertech AB, a conveyor and maintenance company located in Kiruna, Northern Sweden. Vertech AB specializes in servicing the conveyor industry in mining areas of Sweden and Norway. This acquisition is part of Continental’s strategy to … Read the full press release

Continental Announces New Head for Automotive Aftermarket Business

(IN BRIEF) Enno Straten has been named as the new head of Continental’s Automotive Aftermarket business segment, effective November 1, 2023. This segment deals with replacement and wear parts for passenger cars, including brakes, electronic components, service equipment, and batteries. … Read the full press release