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

Posted on 8, July 2025 by

(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 →

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

Posted on 19, June 2025 by

(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 →

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

Posted on 12, June 2025 by

(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 →

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Renault 5 E-Tech Electric Rolls Out with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Comfort

Posted on 7, June 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) The new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric will come equipped with Continental’s EcoContact 6 Q tires in the 18-inch size, designed to offer low rolling resistance, reduced noise, and enhanced driving comfort. These tires are tailored for electric vehicles, … Read the full press release →

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MICHELIN X® Works Z2 & D2 Tires Deliver Fuel Savings, Longevity, and Performance for Construction and Waste-Management Fleets

Posted on 14, May 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Michelin’s new MICHELIN X® Works Z2 & D2 tire range offers improved fuel savings, longer lifespan, and exceptional performance in the construction and waste-management sectors. The tires feature innovative designs that reduce CO2 emissions, enhance traction, and provide … Read the full press release →

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Continental’s UltraContact NXT Dominates EV Summer Tire Test with Superior Safety and Sustainability

Posted on 4, April 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s UltraContact NXT has emerged as the leading summer tire in the electric vehicle category during a recent test by the Polish magazine “Motor.” Evaluated on a Nissan Leaf in the 205/55 R 16 size, the tire excelled … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 18, March 2025 by

(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 →

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Continental Unveils Conti EfficientPro HS5 and HD5 Tires for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety in Long-Distance Haulage

Posted on 21, January 2025 by

(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 →

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Solvay and Hankook Partner to Develop Circular Silica for Sustainable Tire Production

Posted on 13, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Solvay and Hankook have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop circular silica derived from biosourced and waste materials for tire production. This collaboration leverages Solvay’s expertise in silica and Hankook’s manufacturing capabilities to advance sustainable tire … Read the full press release →

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