#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

If possible, don't drive in foggy conditions. Fog is a major cause of road accidents. But if it can't be avoided, here are some safe driving tips.

#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

Aquaplaning

Aquaplaning is one of the most dangerous situations in road traffic. Learn what it is and how it can be avoided with sufficient tyre tread depth.

#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

Driving in snow

When winter arrives, it's essential to take proper precautions for yourself and your vehicle. Here are some useful tips for safely driving in snow.

Continental Tire shown in a puddle while it is raining.

#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

Driving in heavy rain

Driving a car in the rain is much more challenging than driving in fine weather. Follow these safety tips for driving in wet conditions.

#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

Holiday journey

Planning on taking an epic road trip in the not-too-distant future? You'll need these tyre care tips to get you to your destination without any surprises.

#Driving Conditions

2025/07/29

Curvy rides

To stay safe on curvy roads, you should avoid driving your car at excessive speed. Read on for more tips to smoothly navigate a long and winding road.

Car Tire Pressure Check in the Auto Service Garage.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Tyre pressure

Car safety is significantly upgraded with an integrated TPMS. Learn all about integrated tyre-pressure monitoring systems and how they work.

Chrome nitrogen (N2) TPMS-safe valve cap installed on an aluminum TPMS stem in an alloy wheel

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Nitrogen in tyres

Did you know you can inflate tyres with nitrogen instead of with air? Learn about the pros and cons of having nitrogen-filled tyres on your wheels.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Car safety is significantly upgraded with an integrated TPMS. Learn all about integrated tyre-pressure monitoring systems and how they work.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Tyre mileage

The long-term mileage performance of your tyres depends on many factors. We explain what they are, and what you can do to prolong the life of your tyres.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Tread depth

The tyre tread grips the road and wears down as you drive. To ensure your safety, measure the tread depth as part of your regular vehicle maintenance.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Storing tyres

Whether you're switching to winter tyres or to summer tyres, it's important to think about how you store your off-season set. Here's a step-by-step guide.

An experienced mechanic with orange gloves is putting screws on a placed wheel on a car.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Retorquing wheels

Whenever you have new wheels and tyres fitted to your car, it’s essential for road safety to have the lug nuts retorqued after the first 30 miles

repairman balances the wheel and installs the tubeless tire of the car on the balancer in the workshop.

#Tire Care and Maintenance

2025/07/29

Balancing tyres

Proper tyre balance will distribute weight equally around the entire circumference of the tyre. Unbalanced wheels cause vibrations and premature wear.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Changing tyres

The seasons change, so why not the tyres on your car? We explain how a driver should choose between summer tyres, winter tyres, or all-season tyres.

Three Continental tires on black background.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Mixing tyres

Continental recommends fitting tyres with the same brand, size, tread pattern, load index, and speed rating to every wheel position on your car.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Summer tyres vs. winter tyres

The weather changes throughout the year, which affects driving conditions on the road; fit your car with tyres that will provide you with the most confidence.

A black car drives through a city into the sunset.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Winter tyres in summer

Winter tyres are the undisputed champion when it comes to colder climates, but their unique features are a disadvantage if used in warmer temperatures.

tire repairer checking the tire integrity

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Fitting tyres

Fitting new tyres to the wheels of your car is a straightforward process when done correctly and safely by a qualified professional.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Braking with new tyres

Driving on a new set of tyres? Just like a new pair of shoes, new tyres need to go through a breaking-in period before they can drive at their best.

2025/07/29

Summer tyres in winter

Winter is a time to put winter tyres on your car. We recommend against using summer tyres if there's any snow, ice, or the temperature is freezing.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

How to change a tyre

Whether it’s an emergency puncture situation or you’re switching your seasonal set – here’s your step-by-step guide to changing a tyre.

#Tire Damage

2025/07/29

Replacing tyres

How long will tyres last before you should replace them? It depends on the tread design of the tyre, road conditions, and how frequently the car is in use.

Center wear is a form of irregular tire wear.

#Tire Damage

2025/07/29

Tyre damages

Tyres can become damaged, and it can happen without the driver realising there's an issue. We explain the signs and symptoms to help diagnose the problem.

#Tire Damage

2025/07/29

Disposing of tyres

When you're ready to dispose of your old tyres, it's time to recycle them. Many tyre dealers will recycle your scrap tyres for you when buying a new set.

#Tire Damage

2025/07/29

Tyre repair

Want to repair a tyre puncture? Drivers must know whether a repair on a flat tyre is legally permissible, or whether they have to buy a new tyre instead.

#Tire Damage

2025/07/29

Flat-spotting

Flat-spotting occurs when a tyre has been stationary under vehicle load for a prolonged period. Let’s explore the causes, plus tips on how to prevent it.

#Buying Tires

2025/07/29

New tyre purchase guide

When it's time to buy a set of new tyres for your car, there are multiple factors to take into consideration, including your driving style and budget.

The new EU tire label on a tire isshown.

#Buying Tires

2025/07/29

EU Tyre Label

Fuel efficiency, rolling resistance, and noise level – all about the EU Tyre Label.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre tread

There are different types of tyre tread patterns which are specialised in specific driving needs like wet braking, dry handling and others.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre markings

Markings on the tyre sidewall are shorthand for a wealth of information including the load index, speed rating, tyre size, construction, and more.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre approvals

Are you allowed to fit any tyre to your car if it has the same diameter as the rims? The process is a bit more complicated than that. Find out if they have tyre approval.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre mixture

Continental makes tyres with the highest quality materials; modern car tyres contain up to 25 components and as many as 12 different rubber compounds.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre size

There are three things to know when buying new tyres for your car – the size, speed rating, and load index – and all this information is easy to find.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre production

A modern tyre is made from many components. Follow the tyre manufacturing process step by step, from raw materials to finished tyres.

Car driving on a mountain with a sunny valley in background.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Wide tyres

In our high-performance-tyre segment, Continental offers wide tyres for high-performance vehicles, medium and luxury-class cars, and SUVs.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Off-road tyres

If you're planning on driving off the trail with your car, truck or SUV, you need tyres which are appropriate for a whole new set of challenges.

Product picture of a Continental van tire on road

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre components

Continental has played a major role in the development of today’s steel-belted radial tyres. Learn all about the components inside the modern tyre.

#Tire Basics

2025/07/29

Tyre types

The modern tyre is a complex work of engineering designed to tackle a myriad of challenges. Learn about the different tyre types, and their pros and cons.

#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles

2025/07/29

Electronic brain

The electronic brain of the ID.3, a high-performance computer delivered by Continental, manages the various functions and data flows in the car. The tailor-made tires are adapted to the individual properties of the all-electric vehicle.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

What is an SUV?

Just as the name suggests, Sports Utility Vehicles offer a whole lot of cargo space for all your sporty and utilitarian needs.

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#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

SUV tyre legal limits

Depending on where you are in the world, you should be aware of several SUV tyre limits.

#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles

2025/07/29

Electric vehicle tyres

Electric mobility is driving sustainable transport. Find out more about the high-tech tyres that keep e-cars rolling into an emission-free future.

Young woman is waiting in a traffic jam in rainy day

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Four-wheel drive

Not all SUVs have four-wheel drive, but the terms often overlap or are used synonymously. We explain the difference between SUV, 4WD and AWD.

Orange suv parked on the country road near forest in mountains.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Off-road driving

Most SUVs can go off paved roads to a certain degree, but for serious off-roading, you need four-wheel drive and tyres that can tackle any terrain.

A family is loading their car, ready for holidays.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

SUV Tyres

If you're looking for new SUV tyres, there are several things to consider to ensure safety and quality.

A familiy is prepairing their car for vacation.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Tire pressure for SUV tyres

Tire pressure is vital for all tyres, including SUVs, but off-road tyres are slightly different.

A man standing next to his car with the door open.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Performance SUVs

Need tires that combine UHP capabilities with sport utility requirements? Let us help you find the perfect tires for your performance SUV.

Mechanic is checking the tread depth of a tire.

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Replacing SUV tyres

There are several indicators that tell you when you should replace your tyres. Even if you've never had a puncture, they could be showing wear

Loading an electric car with smartphone app.

#Vehicle Types
#Electric Vehicles
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Electric and hybrid SUVs

Joining the e-volution? Now let us help you find the perfect tyres for your electric SUV!

#Vehicle Types
#SUVs

2025/07/29

Crossover SUVs

Crossover SUVs combine sport and utility with urban versatility. How to find the perfect tyres for small SUVs.

#Seasons
#Winter

2025/07/29

Prepare your car for winter

Ensure you have the right supplies for the season ahead with our winter car kit checklist.

#All-Season
#Winter
#Seasons

2025/07/29

Winter vs. all-season tyres

What’s the difference between winter and all-season tyres? Learning the design considerations behind tyre types can help decide which ones you need.

Front view of Winter Contact TS 860S on a black car.

#Seasons
#Winter

2025/07/29

Testing winter tyres

Ever wondered how we test winter tyres? Learn more about every step of the tyre testing process.

2025/07/29

Tread on winter tyres

Tread is important in every season, but even more so when roads are slippery, cold and frozen, so check your winter tyres!

#Seasons
#Winter

2025/07/29

Tyre pressure in winter

Learn how to look after your tyre pressure during cold winter months

#Winter
#Seasons

2025/07/29

Buying winter tyres

Winter tyres have unique attributes that mitigate the risks of snow, ice, and falling temperatures on the road, providing motorists with greater control.

#Seasons
#Winter

2025/07/29

Winter tyre laws

Learn when you need to switch to winter tyres and whether they're compulsory in your region.

Father and son packing a sled for sledding in the car trunk, dressed in warm clothes.

#Seasons
#Winter

2022/09/20

Continental Winter World

Enjoy winter, regardless of the weather – and arrive safely at your destination, regardless of the driving conditions.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

How all-season tires work

Learn the key facts about all-season tires, and find out whether they’re right for you.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

All-season tyres

Stock photo of a van passing across Kirkjufell Mountain in iceland. Rv in front on the road.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

All-season tyres for motorhomes

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

Test results for all-season tyres

You don’t need to take our word for how well our all-season tyres perform. Simply check out our ratings and reviews!

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

All-season tyre buying guide

Learn everything you need to know about all-season tyres for your passenger car, SUV, EV/hybrid vehicle, or truck.

#All-Season
#Seasons

2025/07/29

All-season tyres

Enjoy every season with one set of tyres. You will arrive at your destination safely in mostly all driving conditions.

New tires have a smooth, slippery surface that must first be roughened by moderate use.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2025/07/29

Breaking in new motorcycle tyres

Even though Continental's "TractionSkin" technology contributes to greater safety on the first ride, it is necessary for the rider to condition the tyres for the demands of high-power motorcycles by loading them moderately and evenly during the break-in period, thus preventing tire damage

Sidewall marking of the ContiRoadAttack 4

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Combination of tubeless and tube-type motorcycle tyres with rims and inner tubes

Explanation of the two different types of Continental Motorcycle and Scooter Tyres: Tube-Type Tyres and Tubeless-Tyres

#Tire Damage

2022/08/05

Puncture Sealants for Motorcycle and Scooter Tyres

Explanaition of four different sealant products which are available in the market

With the so-called High-Speed Weave, the steering system (with fork and front wheel) and the motorcycle rear (with frame, engine and rear wheel) oscillates phase-shifted around the steering axle.

#Driving Conditions

2022/08/05

Motorcycle stability issues

A Motorcycle Stability Issue can be defined as a discomfort of the rider and/or passenger while the vehicle is in normal use

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Tyre Age

Tyre ageing only occurs very slowly to new tyres through chemical and physical processes if the tyre is stored properly.

#Tire Change and Fitting

2022/08/05

Tyre storage recommendations

Tyre compounds are formulated to resist deterioration caused e.g. by sunlight, humidity and ozone. Nevertheless, stored tyres should be protected against these and other potentially damaging conditions.

#Tire Basics

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Motorcycle Tyres FAQs

Collection of all motorcycle tyre FAQs

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Speed Index (SI)

The speed index stands for the registered maximum speed of your tyre.

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Conversion Chart Motorcyle Tyres Sizes

Conversation of metric to inch and alpha tyre sizes

#Tire Basics

2022/08/05

Load Index (LI)

The load index shows the maximum load of a tyre

2023/02/28

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2025/09/18

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