Continental named Tire Manufacturer of the Year for 2022 at the Tire Technology Expo
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Continental Wins Tire Manufacturer of the Year 2022
Acknowledgment by Tire Technology International
Continental has been named Tire Manufacturer of the Year for 2022 by the international trade magazine, Tire Technology International (TTI). The German tire manufacturer received this prestigious award at the Tire Technology Expo in Hanover, Germany.
Selection Criteria for the Award
The selection criteria for this coveted award were based on technological innovations aimed at improving product safety and sustainability. An international jury of over 20 journalists and leading experts from the tire industry declared Continental as the winner of the award.
Continental's Achievements
Winning the award in 2022 marks the third time in eight years that Continental has achieved this honor, cementing its status as a market leader in tire manufacturing. This year's highlight in terms of innovation was the ContiRe.Tex Technology, which allowed Continental to replace conventional polyester yarn in the tire carcass with recycled yarn made from reprocessed PET bottles, enhancing its sustainability efforts.
Expert Opinions
Matt Ross, Editor-in-chief at Tire Technology International, stated: "The Tire Manufacturer of the Year is traditionally a very closely fought category. It's a real pleasure to see Continental pick up this award for a third time, especially on their home turf. The jury was impressed by a number of the company's achievements over the last year, including ContiRe.Tex, the second-generation Extreme E tyre, a wide range of research collaborations, and the tyre – to name just a few of their accomplishments. Continental's commitment to innovation and sustainability makes them a very worthy recipient."
Continental's Commitment
Bernd Korte, Vice President of Platform Development & Industrialization at Continental Tyres, commented: "We are very honored to receive this year's Tire Manufacturer of the Year Award. It motivates us to continue on the path we have chosen – to continuously invest in the development of our tyres and make a significant contribution to safe, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly mobility."