Continental AG is an international automotive supplier and one of the worlds leading automotive suppliers, headquartered in Hanover, Germany. Continental is the worlds 8th largest tyre maker and the 11th largest automotive supplier. Continental is a major player in the automotive industry and employment for 129,000 people in numerous branches worldwide.
Continental AG has an extensive array of products and services, providing automotive-related solutions for tyres, brake systems, powertrain and chassis parts, air suspension systems, instrument clusters, comfort and security systems, as well as driver assistance systems. Continental AG also produces and supplies electronically controlled braking systems to a wide range of vehicles, ranging from luxury cars to mass-market vehicles, helping to ensure optimal braking performance in relation to the vehicle chassis, the nature of the terrain, the driving speed and the type of braking requested by the driver.
The product portfolio of Continental AG is complemented by an array of services that range from development, design and testing of automotive systems, sensors, analysis and simulation software, to services such as advanced driver assistance systems and fleet management. The group’s long-term vision of “Safe, Clean and Connected Mobility” has steered its expansion in the mobility sector over the past years.
Continental AG boasts numerous iconic brands in its product portfolio, including Continental, Uniroyal, General Tire, and VDO, among others. The group is renowned for its technologically advanced tyres, which are further enhanced by unique service concepts such as its innovative “Rolling Resistance” system. This system includes the choice of the optimal tyre profile and tread pattern, as well as a number of related services, all tailored to the specific needs of each driver.
Continental AG is a leader in sustainable business, offering products and services that reduce fuel consumption, support increased safety, and improve the overall driving experience. The company supports the advancement of green technologies and works to improve both operational efficiency and the protection of human health and the environment. Continental AG has also been committed to reducing air and noise pollution and is taking steps to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and improve recycling.
As part of its global commitment to sustainability, Continental AG has implemented the UN Global Compact, the worlds largest corporate sustainability initiative. The UN Global Compact is a voluntary agreement that calls on companies to align their activities and policies with 10 universally accepted principles related to human rights, labour standards and environmental sustainability. Through its continuing efforts in the area of corporate social responsibility, Continental AG is dedicated to promoting economic, social and environmental sustainability both across its own operations and those of its many partners.
