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Continental UltraContact NXT, Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH | International Design Awards Winners
Continental UltraContact NXT, Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH | International Design Awards Winners
Continental UltraContact NXT, Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH | International Design Awards Winners
Continental UltraContact NXT, Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH | International Design Awards Winners
Continental UltraContact NXT, Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH | International Design Awards Winners

Continental UltraContact NXT

CompanyContinental Reifen Deutschland GmbH
Lead DesignersStefan Rittweger
Design TeamContinental Industrial Design
Project LocationHanover, Germany
ClientContinental Reifen Deutschland GmbH
Prize(s)Gold in Automotive & Transport / Cars Accessories
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Entry Description

In 2023, Continental launched the most sustainable passenger tire, the UltraContact NXT, with up to 65 percent renewable, recycled and mass balance certified materials. The unique position of this product is also reflected in its sidewall design. The designers created an abstracted leaf to symbolize the forward-looking message. For this they used elaborate 3D textures, which have never been realized before in tires. For the tread, "form follows function" applies. The advanced arrangement of longitudinal and lateral grooves delivers top values in all safety criteria and enables high mileage.

Bio

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

The Tires group sector has 24 production and development locations worldwide. Continental is one of the leading tire manufacturers with 57,000 employees and posted sales of €14 billion in 2022.

Awards and Prize

As one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, Continental's products receive international test wins several times a year in various tire tests. In addition, Continental Tires has received various awards in different areas. To name just a few awards from the last two years:

Red Dot Award 2023 (Design)
Conti Hybrid Generation 5

Swiss Automotive Show Innovation Awards 2023 (Category: Sustainability)
Continental UltraContact NXT

Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence 2023
The Invisible Marker Project (Category: Environmental Achievement of the Year - Manufacturing)
Continental PremiumContact 7 (Category: Tire of the Year)

Highest rating by the international non-profit organization CDP for implementing measures and strategies to reduce emissions in the supply chain, 2023 (Sustainability)

Red Dot Award 2022 (Design)
Continental SportContact 7

iF Product Design Award 2022 (Design)
Continental SportContact 7

Highest rating by the international non-profit organization CDP for implementing measures and strategies to reduce emissions in the supply chain, 2022 (Sustainability)