Leading premium tyre manufacturer Continental Tire launched the new CrossContact H/T (H/T = Highway/Terrain) in India. The tyre has been developed with a particularly robust and durable design tailored to the market’s needs for driving on- and off-road.

Crafted with precision at the ModiPuram plant, the Cross Contact H/T is specifically designed for Indian roads. Its versatile range caters to various rim sizes, ranging from 15 to 18 inches in diameter, ensuring a perfect fit for all passenger vehicles. Select variants are now available in India, with the complete portfolio set to be released in the coming months.

“We are excited to introduce CrossContact H/T in India,” Samir Gupta, Managing Director of Continental Tires India and Head of Central Region BA RE APAC, commented, “With the multipurpose pattern, low road noise, and improved tread life, the product greatly fulfils Indian drivers needs and ensures a safe and comfortable ride across various Indian terrains.”

Robust Design for On- and Off-Road Driving

The new CrossContact H/T is equipped with a multipurpose tread pattern to handle the daily challenges of a passenger car, crossover, and SUV tyre just as effectively as a product developed for use on asphalt. Additionally, the tread, rubber compound, and structure are engineered to be robust enough to handle rides on mild off-road terrain easily. The engineers have incorporated “grip teeth” – small protrusions in the tread grooves – into the tyre to provide extra grip when driving on loose stones and uneven tracks. These ensure the necessary traction on non-asphalt tracks. Furthermore, the sensitive tyre shoulders have been reinforced to prevent damage from stones and scree.

Engineered to Offer High Mileage, Comfort, and Safety

Low rolling noise translates to high ride comfort, particularly in the new CrossContact H/T. Its unique tread design reduces the noise level inside and outside the vehicle by approximately 10 percent compared to its predecessor. This significantly enhances comfort for occupants, especially during longer journeys.

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., has launched the ADVAN WINTER V907, a new ultra-high-performance winter tyre, as an afterparts tyre for the Mercedes-AMG E-Class luxury sedan.

The newly developed ADVAN WINTER V907 is designed to provide not only excellent performance on snow but excellent comfort and stability even when driving on dry roads at the high speeds. The tyre features a specially designed tread pattern with V-shaped grooves and 3D sipes as well as a centre rib. These features work in tandem with a special tread compound that combines a cap compound for excellent snow performance and an undertread compound for handling stability on dry roads.

To be sold initially through Mercedes-AMG dealerships in Europe, the new tyre will be available in size 245/45R19 102V for front and size 275/40R19 105V for rear. Both the sizes were jointly developed with Mercedes-AMG and carries the ‘MO1A’ mark on the sides, indicating Mercedes-AMG’s approval. Based on the new afterparts tyre, the company also intends to develop an ADVAN WINTER V907 replacement tyre in a larger variety of sizes. Sales will begin in 2025, mostly in Europe, and will be introduced sequentially at tyre dealers.

BYD has selected Continental’s PremiumContact C tyres as original equipment for its Seal U electric SUV. The electric SUV will come factory-equipped with the premium tyres in size 235/50 R19 99V.

The PremiumContact C tyre provides a pleasant and quiet ride. The rubber compound's unique silica lowers rolling resistance and friction by reducing energy absorption through the tyre while the vehicle is moving. This results in a long tread life and good energy efficiency. Together, a noise-reducing design and noise breakers in the tread pattern greatly reduce the tyre's rolling noise. The PremiumContact C offers a low-impact ride even at high speeds because of its rounded contact patch, which uniformly distributes pressure throughout the tyre.

Continental has been refining tyres for over a decade in an effort to produce ever-lower rolling resistance, minimal rolling noise and high mileage. All of Continental's tyres are able to sustainably lower emissions from combustion cars while still meeting the specifications for electric vehicles. Five most successful EV manufacturers in the Asia-Pacific area use Continental tyres as original equipment, as per the company.

Toyo Tires has introduced the Proxes Sport 2, a high-performance summer tyre designed for sports cars, SUVs and CUVs.

The new tyre features a redesigned profile and advanced tread compounds to enhance performance in wet and dry conditions. Compared to its predecessor, the Proxes Sport 2 offers improved handling, shorter braking distances and a quieter ride.

“The Proxes Sport 2 boasts a 15 percent shorter stopping distance in wet conditions and 10 percent shorter on dry surfaces along with improved handling performance over its predecessor, the Proxes Sport,” said Kevin Arima, senior manager consumer products, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. “These improvements enhance the driver’s experience rain or shine on twisty canyon roads or around town.”

The Proxes Sport 2 will be available in over 75 sizes, ranging from 17 to 22 inches, in February 2025.

Atturo Tire has announced the expansion of its AZ810 all-weather tyre line with the addition of 24 new sizes. This expansion brings the total number of AZ810 sizes to 58, catering to a wider range of vehicles, including sedans, sports cars, SUVs, CUVs, hybrids and electric vehicles.

Designed to outperform traditional summer UHP tyres, especially in colder temperatures, the AZ810 offers exceptional wet traction, consistent grip and a smooth ride. The tyre’s versatility and style make it popular for drivers seeking high-performance tyres that can handle various driving conditions.