Tyres are our passion. Our technological excellence has ensured safety, reliability, and sustainability for 150 years. We are proud of this. 

Since its foundation in Hanover, Germany in 1871, Continental has been developing pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. From a small factory in Hanover the company has developed into one of the global players in the automotive and cycling industries, which is now operating in 58 countries and markets. Continental is the oldest independent and also one of the largest tyre manufacturers in the world. Over the past 150 years, the company has set standards in the tyre industry with its pioneering spirit and innovative strength. Time and again, it was Continental’s engineers who, with their ground-breaking inventions, ensured that tyres became safer, more efficient, and sustainable.