India, In 2023 Continental supplied tires to all ten of the world highest-volume manufacturers of fully electric vehicles for the first time. In the previous year, that figure stood at nine out of ten. In the Asia-Pacific region (APAC), the premium tire manufacturer is supplying the top five highest-volume manufacturers of electric vehicles with original equipment tires for the first time. In Europe, Middle
East, and Africa (EMEA) as well as in the North, South and Central America (The Americas) regions, the company was able to defend its strong position: the five highest-volume manufacturers continue to trust in Continental tires.
“Our customers attach particular importance to tires with low rolling resistance for more range and quiet rolling noise for high driving comfort. We meet these requirements with our high-performing tires for all types of electric vehicles. The trust that manufacturers of e-vehicles worldwide have in Continental tires is a nice confirmation of this,” said Manja Greimeier, who heads the Original Equipment business for Continental’s Tires group sector. The established and new e-vehicle manufacturers that Continental supplies include Tesla, BYD, Volkswagen, BMW and Geely.
Gaining OE supplier approval from automakers indicates the exceptional performance and quality of a product. Given the ever-increasing demands on new car models and the unstoppable technological development, it’s a process that can take up to 4 years to complete, as we design a completely new tyre to work in perfect harmony with the handling characteristics of the new vehicle. Over 100 tests are conducted, covering all aspects of performance.
All vehicles benefit from Continental’s technological advances, whether it is an original equipment or replacement tyre. Continental tires stand as the leading choice of the experts –regardless of the type of drive – being fitted on a combustion engine or an electric vehicle.
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales
of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.
Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the
world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2022, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental’s tire division employs 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.
