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Continental Releases New Fuel-Efficient Retread

ContiTread HT a fuel-efficient retread tire

01/06/2025

Fast Facts

Continental’s new fuel-efficient trailer retread, ContiTread HT delivers up to a 20 percent improved rolling resistance than its predecessor*
The tread features an enhanced shoulder design that increases durability in high-scrub situations
The ContiTread HT meets retread Smartway regulations

FORT MILL, S.C., January 6, 2025 — Continental, one of the largest tire suppliers in the world, has released a new fuel-efficient trailer retread, ContiTread HT, to the United States market.

The ContiTread HT features an enhanced shoulder design that significantly increases the tread’s durability, particularly in high scrub situations, making it ideal for a variety of applications.

The innovative tread compound combines a meticulously engineered tread pattern to deliver outstanding removal mileage and ensure that the retread performs exceptionally. With this design, fleets can expect up to 20 percent improved rolling resistance, translating to lower fuel consumption and reduced operational costs. This advancement aligns with Continental’s commitment to helping fleets achieve their lowest overall driving costs.

The retread has been developed to meet the updated  SmartWay Regulations on retread products, reinforcing our dedication to environmentally friendly practices and compliance with industry standards.

A close-up view of the new ContiTread HT retread tire, built with the latest retread technology is designed specifically for long-haul and regional trailer applications.

“We are excited to introduce the ContiTread HT our latest fuel-efficient retread,”

said Shaun Uys, Head of Continental’s Truck Tire Replacement Business in the US.

“The innovative retread enhances fuel efficiency, high scrub and offers durability.” The tread is available across the common sizes for various customer applications.

*Based on internal testing

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 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.