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Continental Launches Conti Scandinavia HD3 Tire that Delivers Performance During Extreme Weather Conditions

04/03/2023

Fast Facts

Multiple sipe technologies including 3D siping to provide excellent traction through tough environments
Regional drive axle tire delivers performance in extreme conditions such as snow, mud, and rain
Tire has matching retread to provide a cradle-to-grave offering fleets
Tire is Three Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) certified and has Mud and Snow (M+S) symbol
Available as an intelligent tire (tire with sensor)

The new Conti Scandinavia HD3 tire shown in all-seasons. This tire is 3PMSF certified with great traction in icy road conditions.

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Fort Mill, S.C., April 3, 2023 — Continental, one of the largest tire and automotive technology suppliers in the world, is introducing to its truck tire portfolio the all-new Conti Scandinavia HD3 tire. The regional drive axle tire performs excellent in extreme weather conditions like rain, mud and snow because of its many features. The tire has multiple sipe technologies including 3D siping to provide great traction during tough conditions throughout the life of the tire. The tire is created with an all-season compounding to deliver performance in any season. The directional mud and snow (M+S) tread pattern of the tire provides even wear and traction in both snow and mud, and the tire is also Three Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) certified. Both M+S and 3PMSF symbols are industry standards stating that the tire performs better in winter conditions than other tires. The 3PMSF symbol is a more stringent certification that identifies winter tires according to tire regulations.

Man standing by Conti Scandinavia HD3 Tire in Snow

The Conti Scandinavia HD3 tire has an all-season compound that is designed with balanced performance in mind during any season.

The 3PMSF certified feature helps winter tires maintain traction, accelerate, stop, and cornering in ice, snow, and slushy conditions. The directional M+S tread pattern delivers even wear and traction in both snow or mud. Great for unpredictable wintry roads or muddy terrain.

3PMSF Symbol for Extreme Snow Conditions

The 3PMSF symbol certifies that a tire has met the U.S. Tire Manufacturer Association (USTMA) requirements for severe snow conditions.

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3 Peak Mountain Snowflake

Another feature is the Conti 3G casing with an extended 4^th belt for enhanced retreadability. The Conti 3G casing is an innovative casing design that provides increased retreadability through durability innovations in the beads, belt package, and rubber compounding. The Conti Scandinavia HD3 tire has a matching retread, the ContiTread Scandinavia HD3 Size 210-240, which offers a cradle-to-grave offering for fleets. Many fleets know that retreading a tire is economical and environmentally friendly. Purchasing a retreadable tire enables fleets to discover their lowest overall driving cost with that tire.

The Conti Scandinavia HD3 tire is available in two sizes: 11R22.5, load range H at 27/32-inch tread depth, and 11R24.5, load range H at 27/32-inch tread depth. This regional drive tire is manufactured for class 6-8 vehicles including but not limited to buses, delivery trucks, garbage trucks, cement, and dump trucks.

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About Continental

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.

The Tires group sector has 24 production and development locations worldwide. Continental is one of the leading tire manufacturers with 57,000 employees and posted sales of €14 billion in 2022 in this group sector. Continental ranks among the technology leaders in tire production and offers a broad product range for passenger cars, commercial and special-purpose vehicles, and two-wheelers. Continental makes a major contribution to safe, cost-effective, and ecologically efficient mobility through continuous investment in research and development. The portfolio of the tire business includes services for the tire trade and fleet applications, as well as digital management systems for tires.