Continental (brand)
Continental (brand)[edit | edit source]
Continental AG, commonly known as Continental, is a leading German automotive manufacturing company specializing in tires, brake systems, interior electronics, automotive safety, powertrain and chassis components, tachographs, and other parts for the automotive and transportation industries.
History[edit | edit source]
Continental was founded in 1871 as a rubber manufacturer, Continental-Caoutchouc und Gutta-Percha Compagnie. In the early 20th century, the company expanded its operations into the automobile tire industry, becoming a pioneer in the development of tire technology.
Products and Services[edit | edit source]
Continental offers a wide range of products and services for different sectors of the automotive industry. These include:
Tires[edit | edit source]
Continental is one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world, producing a wide range of tires for vehicles of all types. This includes tires for passenger cars, trucks, buses, and specialty vehicles.
Automotive Systems[edit | edit source]
Continental's Automotive Systems division provides a wide range of components and systems for the automotive industry. This includes brake systems, powertrain and chassis components, and automotive safety systems.
Interior Electronics[edit | edit source]
Continational also provides a range of interior electronics for vehicles, including infotainment systems, instrument clusters, and telematics solutions.
Research and Development[edit | edit source]
Continental invests heavily in research and development, with a focus on developing new technologies and solutions for the automotive industry. This includes research into areas such as autonomous driving, electric vehicles, and connected cars.
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