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Continental Bolsters Mobile Robotics Expertise with Acquisition of KINEXON’s ‘Brain’ Division

(IN BRIEF) Continental has acquired KINEXON’s specialist division for on-board operating systems used in autonomous mobile robots (AMR). This acquisition strengthens Continental’s position in the field of mobile robotics and expands its expertise in software and hardware for AMRs. The … Read the full press release

Continental Engineering Services Names Jean-Michel Verdier as New Managing Director

(IN BRIEF) Continental Engineering Services (CES) has appointed Jean-Michel Verdier as its new Managing Director, effective from September 1, 2023. Verdier, an engineering professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, takes over from Dr. Christoph Falk-Gierlinger, who served in … Read the full press release

Continental to Showcase Innovative Smart Farming Solutions at Agritechnica 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a technology company, is set to unveil its latest smart farming solutions at Agritechnica 2023, under the theme “Our Smart Farming. For your harvest of tomorrow.” These solutions include AI-based systems, autonomous mobile robot solutions, sensors, and … Read the full press release

Continental Launches AllSeasonContact 2 Tire: Enhanced Efficiency, Safety, and Driving Pleasure

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced the AllSeasonContact 2 tire just in time for the fall tire-changing season, promising improved efficiency, safety, and driving enjoyment throughout the year. This new all-weather tire addresses the typical challenges faced by all-season tires, particularly … Read the full press release

Continental Opens State-of-the-Art Training Center in Gifhorn to Shape the Future of Work

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a global technology company, has inaugurated a new training center in Gifhorn, marking its 13th such facility in Germany since launching the Continental Institute for Technology and Transformation (CITT) in 2019. The center’s opening ceremony on September … Read the full press release

Continental Eyes Growth in Radar Sensors and Autonomous Mobility Under Dr. Ismail Dagli’s Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Ismail Dagli will take over leadership of Continental’s Autonomous Mobility business area, starting on October 1. He succeeds Frank Petznick, who will leave the company at the end of September. Dr. Dagli previously led Continental’s Smart Mobility … Read the full press release

Continental Enhances Tire Sustainability by Incorporating Recovered Carbon Black

(IN BRIEF) Continental, the tire manufacturer, has integrated recovered carbon black (rCB) into its newly produced Super Elastic solid tires at its tire plant in Korbach, Germany. This initiative reduces the use of fossil raw materials and lowers CO2 emissions. … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Expanded Printing Blanket Technology Portfolio at LabelExpo Europe 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s ContiTech group sector is showcasing its expanded printing blanket technology portfolio at LabelExpo Europe 2023, which is being held in Brussels from September 11 to 14. The portfolio includes system solutions for label and packaging printing processes. … Read the full press release

Bentley Delivers First of Limited-Edition Continental GT Le Mans Collection in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The first of the 24 Bentley Continental GT Le Mans Collection models for Europe has been delivered in Dusseldorf, Germany. These limited edition Continental GT and GTC cars are handcrafted in England by Bentley’s Mulliner division, with 24 … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Conti CityPlus Tire for Enhanced Energy Efficiency and UltraContact NXT, the Most Sustainable Series Tire

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced its new tire concept, Conti CityPlus, at IAA Mobility in Munich, featuring state-of-the-art technology that enhances tire energy efficiency by up to 10 percent. This innovation contributes to reduced CO2 emissions from combustion engine cars … Read the full press release

Continental and Google Cloud Partner to Integrate Generative AI into Vehicle Computers for Enhanced Driver Interaction

(IN BRIEF) Continental has partnered with Google Cloud to integrate generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities into vehicle computers, enabling an intuitive and natural interaction between drivers and their cars. This collaboration represents Continental’s effort to bring AI to the vehicle … Read the full press release

Continental Appoints Manja Greimeier as Head of Tires’ Original Equipment Business Area

(IN BRIEF) Continental has appointed Manja Greimeier as the Head of its Tires’ Original Equipment business area, effective from August 1, 2023. In this role, Greimeier will oversee Continental’s global original equipment business for passenger and commercial vehicles. Her predecessor, … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Software-Based Mobility Solutions and Sustainable Innovations at IAA MOBILITY 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a technology company, is set to showcase its unique portfolio of software-based and sustainable mobility solutions at the IAA MOBILITY 2023 in Munich. The company’s offerings include innovative high-performance computers, solutions for digital mobility implementation, sustainable vehicle … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces Virtual ECU Creator to Accelerate Software Development for Future Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced the virtual ECU Creator (vECU Creator), a software tool that allows developers in the automotive industry to configure and run virtual cloud-based electronic control units (ECUs) to aid in the development of code for micro-controller … Read the full press release

Continental Specialty Tires Secures Third Consecutive ‘Vendor of the Year’ Award from Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas

(IN BRIEF) Continental Specialty Tires has been awarded the “Vendor of the Year” accolade by Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas (MLA) for the third consecutive year. The award recognizes Continental’s exceptional commitment and operational support through MLA’s aftermarket program, Rapidparts, in the … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces ContiConnect Live for Real-Time Remote Tire Monitoring of Trailers

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced ContiConnect Live, a digital solution that offers real-time remote tire monitoring for trailers. The system uses tire sensor data sent to a telematics unit and can provide continuous information about tire inflation status and temperature. … Read the full press release

Continental’s UltraContact NXT: Leading the Way in Sustainable Tire Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Continental has commenced production of its most sustainable series tire, the UltraContact NXT, in Portugal. The summer tire incorporates up to 65 percent renewable, recycled, and certified materials, while maintaining excellent safety and performance. It contains bio-based silica … Read the full press release

Continental Becomes Exclusive Tire Supplier for Brabus’ Most Powerful Supercar, the Brabus 930

(IN BRIEF) Continental has been chosen as the exclusive tire supplier for the new Brabus 930, the most powerful supercar in Brabus’ lineup. The car will be equipped with Continental tires, with size 275/35 ZR 21 at the front and … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces Smart Tires to Drive Fleet Digitalization and Enhance Urban Public Transportation

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a tire manufacturer, is equipping its entire Conti Urban tire family with latest-generation sensors, making it the first manufacturer to offer a complete range of tires with sensors. The smart tires, including the Conti Urban HA3, Conti … Read the full press release

Automotive Technology Advancement: Continental’s Plug & Play Concept Empowers Vehicle Manufacturers with Flexible HPC Integration

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled a new Plug & Play solution for integrating high-performance computers (HPC) into vehicles. The modular and scalable concept allows for easy replacement and upgrades of computing modules while the vehicle is in use. The system … Read the full press release