For others, winter sports unfold on snowy slopes or icy rinks.
For you, sporty passion comes to life on winter’s roads.
Are you the type of driver who refuses to let winter weather dampen your love for sporty driving? Do you find yourself behind the wheel of a sleek sports car, craving the thrill of the open road even amidst the challenges of winter driving conditions? Or perhaps you're the adventurous type, navigating winter roads in your powerful SUV, always seeking new challenges to conquer?
If you value superior on-road performance and excitement in even the most unpredictable and challenging season, then let us present your perfect match.
Introducing our sportiest winter tire, the new WinterContact 8 S. Your partner for the ultimate winter performance.
Designed for performance seekers who refuse to compromise on excellence, the WinterContact 8 S is engineered to meet all the demands of dynamic driving on winter roads. It combines sporty design with cutting-edge technology for ultimate performance and reliability. Whether you're seeking agility, precision, or simply a joyful ride, the WinterContact 8 S delivers.
Let us paint you a picture: the crisp winter air, the snow-covered cityscape or rural terrain stretching out before you, and the exhilarating roar of your sporty performance car as you navigate each curve with precision and grace.
With the WinterContact 8 S beneath you, every twist and turn becomes an opportunity to showcase your skill and mastery of the road. With safe grip and stability, you effortlessly glide through the winter wonderland, feeling completely in control and confident in every maneuver.
As you push the boundaries of what's possible, the WinterContact 8 S responds with unwavering reliability, allowing you to confidently embrace the thrill of the journey while enjoying the peace of mind that comes from knowing you're equipped for whatever the road may bring.
With the WinterContact 8 S you can fully unleash the potential of your car - even in winter
Roman Fenners, Director Development & Purchase at AC Schnitzer
Here are 5 top tips for safer sporty winter driving:
Be mindful of extended braking distances due to reduced traction on winter roads.
Anticipate upcoming turns by planning ahead and avoiding abrupt steering inputs.
Exercise caution during acceleration, as aggressive starts can lead to loss of control; consider starting in 2nd gear for smoother traction.
Familiarize yourself with the road's grip levels by testing your brakes gently to gauge traction.
When driving on icy surfaces, exercise gentle throttle control to prevent wheel spin and maintain traction.
Pursue your winter drive dreams with confidence, knowing that with the WinterContact 8 S, the joy of sporty driving knows no bounds.
Elevate your winter driving experience with the WinterContact 8 S.
Engineered for maximum driving performance and control, this tire transforms even the most ordinary winter commutes into sporty driving experiences. Its dynamic handling makes every turn a joy, while its advanced traction technology ensures confidence-inspiring grip in winter conditions.
With the WinterContact 8 S, you'll discover a new level of confidence and excitement on winter roads.
Feel the difference with superior traction on snow.
Enjoy dynamic handling on dry winter roads for outstanding sporty driving pleasure.
Rely on excellent wet braking performance for a confident ride.
If you are keen to dive deeper into all the exciting innovations and technological advancements that make this sporty winter performance possible then head over here for a more detailed technical breakdown of the new WinterContact 8 S.
When launching their latest flagship vehicle, premium car manufacturers face a myriad of considerations, including tire selection. This choice hinges on trust— both in safety and in performance. We at Continental are renowned for our reliability as an original equipment provider, consistently earning the trust of manufacturers worldwide.
This track record is extended by the new WinterContact 8 S - the latest addition to a family of our WinterContact with more than a decade of being fitted to the most premium cars on the market, more than 100 in fact!
We are proud to present our next generation of ultra high performance winter tires developed to rise to the challenges of sporty driving in winter and to meet the requirements of our OEM partners.
Manickaraj Subramanian Sivanarutchelvi, Senior Tire Developer and Project Lead WinterContact 8 S