#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/01/23

How all-season tires work

Learn the key facts about all-season tires, and find out whether they’re right for you.

Regulary checks of the tire pressure are mandatory

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/12/04

Tyre Pressure

Check your tyre pressure monthly for safety, fuel efficiency, and longer tyre life. Learn how with Continental’s tyre care guide.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

SUV Tyres

If you're looking for new SUV tires, there are several things to consider to ensure safety and quality.

2024/10/24

A tyre for every driving style

Find the perfect Continental tyre for your driving style. Safety, performance, and efficiency tailored to you.

#Winter
#Driving Conditions
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Buying winter tyres

Winter tires have unique attributes that mitigate the risks of snow, ice, and falling temperatures on the road, providing motorists with greater control.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Crossover SUVs

Crossover SUVs combine sport and utility with urban versatility. How to find the perfect tires for small SUVs.

#Seasons

2024/10/24

AllSeasonContact 2

Introducing the AllSeasonContact 2, our innovative year-round solution for mild climates with occasional snow

Front view of Winter Contact TS 860S on a black car.

#Winter
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Testing winter tyres

Ever wondered how we test winter tires? Learn more about every step of the tire testing process.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Performance SUVs

Need tires that combine UHP capabilities with sport utility requirements? Let us help you find the perfect tires for your performance SUV.

#Tyre Damage

2024/10/24

Disposing of tyres

When you're ready to dispose of your old tires, it's time to recycle them. Many tire dealers will recycle your scrap tires for you when buying a new set.

2024/10/24

Premium vs. low-budget tyres in contrast

Uncover the difference behind low-budget and premium tyres to ensure a safer drive.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre mixture

Continental makes tires with the highest quality materials; modern car tires contain up to 25 components and as many as 12 different rubber compounds.

Mechanic is checking the tread depth of a tire.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Replacing SUV tyres

There are several indicators that tell you when you should replace your tires. Even if you've never had a puncture, they could be showing wear

#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles

2024/10/24

Electric vehicle tyres

Electric mobility is driving sustainable transport. Find out more about the high-tech tires that keep e-cars rolling into an emission-free future.

#Buying Tyres

2024/10/24

New tyre purchase guide

When it's time to buy a set of new tires for your car, there are multiple factors to take into consideration, including your driving style and budget.

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#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Electric and hybrid SUVs

Joining the e-volution? Now let us help you find the perfect tires for your electric SUV!

Chrome nitrogen (N2) TPMS-safe valve cap installed on an aluminum TPMS stem in an alloy wheel

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Nitrogen in tyres

Did you know you can inflate tires with nitrogen instead of with air? Learn about the pros and cons of having nitrogen-filled tires on your wheels.

#Winter
#Driving Conditions
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Winter tyre laws

Learn when you need to switch to winter tires and whether they're compulsory in your region.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Tyre mileage

The long-term mileage performance of your tires depends on many factors. We explain what they are, and what you can do to prolong the life of your tires.

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#Winter
#Driving Conditions
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Continental Winter World

Enjoy winter, regardless of the weather – and arrive safely at your destination, regardless of the driving conditions.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance
#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre size

There are three things to know when buying new tires for your car – the size, speed rating, and load index – and all this information is easy to find.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2024/10/24

All-season tyres

Enjoy every season with one set of tires. You will arrive at your destination safely in mostly all driving confitions.

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Driving in snow

When winter arrives, it's essential to take proper precautions for yourself and your vehicle. Here are some useful tips for safely driving in snow.

Aquaplaning situation with montain background.

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Aquaplaning

Aquaplaning is one of the most dangerous situations in road traffic. Learn what it is and how it can be avoided with sufficient tire tread depth.

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#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Mixing tyres

Continental recommends fitting tires with the same brand, size, tread pattern, load index, and speed rating to every wheel position on your car.

#All-Season
#Buying Tyres
#Seasons

2024/10/24

All-season tyre buying guide

Learn everything you need to know about all-season tires for your passenger car, SUV, EV/hybrid vehicle, or truck.

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#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Wide tyres

In our high-performance-tire segment, Continental offers wide tires for high-performance vehicles, medium and luxury-class cars, and SUVs.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Four-wheel drive

Not all SUVs have four-wheel drive, but the terms often overlap or are used synonymously. We explain the difference between SUV, 4WD and AWD.

#Winter
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Tread on winter tyres

Tread is important in every season, but even more so when roads are slippery, cold and frozen, so check your winter tires!

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#All-Season
#Seasons

2024/10/24

All-season tyres for motorhomes

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#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Balancing tyres

Proper tire balance will distribute weight equally around the entire circumference of the tire. Unbalanced wheels cause vibrations and premature wear.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Off-road driving

Most SUVs can go off paved roads to a certain degree, but for serious off-roading, you need four-wheel drive and tires that can tackle any terrain.

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Holiday journey

Planning on taking an epic road trip in the not-too-distant future? You'll need these tire care tips to get you to your destination without any surprises.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre types

The modern tire is a complex work of engineering designed to tackle a myriad of challenges. Learn about the different tire types, and their pros and cons.

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#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

How to change a tyre

Whether it’s an emergency puncture situation or you’re switching your seasonal set – here’s your step-by-step guide to changing a tire.

#Winter
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Prepare your car for winter

Ensure you have the right supplies for the season ahead with our winter car kit checklist.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

SUV tyre legal limits

Depending on where you are in the world, you should be aware of several SUV tire limits.

#Winter
#Tyre Care and Maintenance
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Tyre pressure in winter

Learn how to look after your tire pressure during cold winter months

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre approvals

Are you allowed to fit any tire to your car if it has the same diameter as the rims? The process is a bit more complicated than that. Find out if they have tire approval.

tire repairer checking the tire integrity

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Fitting tyres

Fitting new tires to the wheels of your car is a straightforward process when done correctly and safely by a qualified professional.

#All-Season
#Winter
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Winter vs. all-season tyres

What’s the difference between winter and all-season tires? Learning the design considerations behind tire types can help decide which ones you need.

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Braking with new tyres

Driving on a new set of tires? Just like a new pair of shoes, new tires need to go through a breaking-in period before they can drive at their best.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre tread

There are different types of tire tread patterns which are specialized in specific driving needs like wet braking, dry handling and others.

Product picture of a Continental van tire on road

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre components

Continental has played a major role in the development of today’s steel-belted radial tires. Learn all about the components inside the modern tire.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Tread depth

The tire tread grips the road and wears down as you drive. To ensure your safety, measure the tread depth as part of your regular vehicle maintenance.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Storing tyres

Whether you're switching to winter tires or to summer tires, it's important to think about how you store your off-season set. Here's a step-by-step guide.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

What is an SUV?

Just as the name suggests, Sports Utility Vehicles offer a whole lot of cargo space for all your sporty and utilitarian needs.

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Curvy rides

To stay safe on curvy roads, you should avoid driving your car at excessive speed. Read on for more tips to smoothly navigate a long and winding road.

2024/10/24

Maximising tyre potential for your motorhome

Center wear is a form of irregular tire wear.

#Tyre Damage

2024/10/24

Tyre damages

Tires can become damaged, and it can happen without the driver realizing there's an issue. We explain the signs and symptoms to help diagnose the problem.

#Tyre Damage

2024/10/24

Tyre repair

Want to repair a tire puncture? Drivers must know whether a repair on a flat tire is legally permissible, or whether they have to buy a new tire instead.

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Summer tyres vs. winter tyres

The weather changes throughout the year, which affects driving conditions on the road; fit your car with tires that will provide you with the most confidence.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2024/10/24

Test results for all-season tyres

You don’t need to take our word for how well our all-season tires perform. Simply check out our ratings and reviews!

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Driving in fog

If possible, don't drive in foggy conditions. Fog is a major cause of road accidents. But if it can't be avoided, here are some safe driving tips.

A familiy is prepairing their car for vacation.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2024/10/24

Tyre pressure for SUV tyres

Tyre pressure is vital for all tyres, including SUVs, but off-road tyres are slightly different.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Off-road tyres

If you're planning on driving off the trail with your car, truck or SUV, you need tires which are appropriate for a whole new set of challenges.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Retorquing wheels

Whenever you have new wheels and tires fitted to your car, it’s essential for road safety to have the lug nuts retorqued after the first 50 kilometers.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Car safety is significantly upgraded with an integrated TPMS. Learn all about integrated tire-pressure monitoring systems and how they work.

Car Tire Pressure Check in the Auto Service Garage.

#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/24

Tyre pressure

Car safety is significantly upgraded with an integrated TPMS. Learn all about integrated tire-pressure monitoring systems and how they work.

2024/10/24

Reinventing the wheel with sustainability

The future of tires. Discover our groundbreaking creation made with 65% recycled & renewable materials, leading the way to a sustainable driving experience.

#Tyre Damage

2024/10/24

Flat-spotting

Flat-spotting occurs when a tire has been stationary under vehicle load for a prolonged period. Let’s explore the causes, plus tips on how to prevent it.

#Tyre Damage

2024/10/24

Replacing tyres

How long will tires last before you should replace them? It depends on the tread design of the tire, road conditions, and how frequently the car is in use.

2024/10/24

Traveling with kids and pets

Embark on an unforgettable journey! Discover the secrets to a successful road trip with kids and pets, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Continental Tire shown in a puddle while it is raining.

#Driving Conditions

2024/10/24

Driving in heavy rain

Driving a car in the rain is much more challenging than driving in fine weather. Follow these safety tips for driving in wet conditions.

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Changing tyres

The seasons change, so why not the tires on your car? We explain how a driver should choose between summer tires, winter tires, or all-season tires.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre markings

Markings on the tire sidewall are shorthand for a wealth of information including the load index, speed rating, tire size, construction, and more.

#Tyre Basics

2024/10/24

Tyre production

A modern tire is made from many components. Follow the tire manufacturing process step by step, from raw materials to finished tires.

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Summer tyres in winter

Winter is a time to put winter tires on your car. We recommend against using summer tires if there's any snow, ice, or the temperature is freezing.

A black car drives through a city into the sunset.

#Tyre Change and Fitting

2024/10/24

Winter tyres in summer

Winter tires are the undisputed champion when it comes to colder climates, but their unique features are a disadvantage if used in warmer temperatures.

2024/10/24

Tips for safe driving at night

Driving at night: Explore tips for safe driving at night

#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles

2024/10/24

Electronic brain

The electronic brain of the ID.3, a high-performance computer delivered by Continental, manages the various functions and data flows in the car. The tailor-made tires are adapted to the individual properties of the all-electric vehicle.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2024/10/24

All-season tyres

Matt Jones Continental Ruban tyre shoot.

#Tyre Performance
#Tyre Construction
#Tyre safety
#Tyre Technologies
#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/04

Tyre Knowledge MTB

#Tyre Performance
#Tyre Construction
#Tyre safety
#Tyre Technologies
#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2024/10/04

Tyre Knowledge Urban/Tour

New tires have a smooth, slippery surface that must first be roughened by moderate use.

2024/10/04

Breaking in new motorcycle tyres

Even though Continental's "TractionSkin" technology contributes to greater safety on the first ride, it is necessary for the rider to condition the tyres for the demands of high-power motorcycles by loading them moderately and evenly during the break-in period, thus preventing tire damage

2024/06/20

Wheel Alignment

Discover how proper wheel alignment improves vehicle performance and extends tire life. Ensure your ride is smooth and safe!

#Riding Conditions

2023/06/06

Motorcycle stability issues

A Motorcycle Stability Issue can be defined as a discomfort of the rider and/or passenger while the vehicle is in normal use

#Tyre Performance
#Tyre Construction
#Tyre safety
#Tyre Technologies
#Tyre Care and Maintenance

2022/07/28

Tyre Knowledge Road & Gravel

#Tyre Construction
#Tyre safety
#Tyre Performance
#Tyre Technologies
#Tyre Care and Maintenance

Tyre storage recommendations

Tyre compounds are formulated to resist deterioration caused e.g. by sunlight, humidity and ozone. Nevertheless, stored tyres should be protected against these and other potentially damaging conditions.

#Tyre Construction
#Tyre safety
#Tyre Technologies
#Tyre Care and Maintenance

Tyre ageing only occurs very slowly to new tyres through chemical and physical processes if the tyre is stored properly.

#Tyre Basics

2022/07/04

Load Index (LI)

The load index shows the maximum load of a tire

The new EU tire label on a tire isshown.

#Buying Tyres

2022/07/04

EU Tyre Label

Fuel efficiency, rolling resistance, and noise level – all about the EU Tire Label.

2022/07/04

Puncture Sealants for Motorcycle and Scooter Tyres

Explanaition of four different sealant products which are available in the market

Sidewall marking of the ContiRoadAttack 4

2022/07/04

Motorcycle Tyres FAQs

Collection of all motorcycle tyre FAQs

2022/07/04

Combination of tubeless and tube-type motorcycle tyres with rims and inner tubes

Explanation of the two different types of Continental Motorcycle and Scooter Tyres: Tube-Type Tyres and Tubeless-Tyres

2022/07/04

Conversion Chart Motorcyle Tyres Sizes

Conversation of metric to inch and alpha tyre sizes

#Tyre Basics

2022/07/04

Speed Index (SI)

The speed index stands for the registered maximum speed of your tire.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2022/05/12

Performance SUV Tyres

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