Technology Highlights
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Here are a couple of examples of our technologies:
The New SecureContact AW
In January 2026, we launched our new premium, all-weather touring tire, created especially for the U.S. and Canadian markets: The Secure Contact AW. It’s the smart choice for those who want touring comfort and year-round confidence, all in one tire.
The smart choice, all year long
Continental Supplies Tires to 17 of the 20 Highest-volume EV Manufacturers Worldwide
Low rolling resistance, high efficiency and quiet rolling noise are the keys to success
Electric vehicles place particular demands on tires because they are generally heavier than comparable combustion-engine vehicles due to the weight of the batteries. Additionally, they generate instant torque when starting off. The increase in load and the higher torque this causes can lead to increased tire abrasion. Electric vehicles are also quieter than vehicles with a combustion engine, which results in a more noticeable rolling noise of the tires. Continental began optimizing its tires for reduced rolling resistance, quieter rolling noise and high mileage at an early stage – long before electric vehicles became mainstream.
ISCC PLUS Sustainability Certification
ISCC PLUS certification is based on compliance with, and documentation of, certain processes relating to the mass balance of raw materials. The mass balance approach mixes fossil, renewable and recycled raw materials in existing systems and processes. The quantities used are tracked along the entire value chain and can therefore be allocated proportionately at any time. The mass balance approach enables Continental to gradually increase the proportion of more sustainable materials in its products. It ensures that the balance of certified, more sustainable materials can be accurately reported.
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