
Fort Mill, S.C., July 17, 2025. — Continental Tire the Americas, a leading manufacturer of premium tires, proudly announces the appointment of Wyatt D. Hamilton, Sr., as the new Director of Sales for the Truck Tire Replacement division in the United States.
In his new role, Wyatt will lead Continental’s strategic initiatives to grow market share, strengthen customer relationships, and drive sales performance across the U.S. replacement truck tire segment. He brings more than two decades of experience and a deep understanding of both the Replacement (RE) and Original Equipment (OE) aspects of the business.
About Wyatt Hamilton
Wyatt has been a valued member of Continental’s Truck Tire team for the last 20 years. After obtaining a degree in Business Management from North Carolina State University, he began his career at Continental as a Field Sales Representative for Truck Tires before advancing to roles as Territory Sales Manager and Key Account Manager for both RE and OE Truck Tires.
Wyatt’s leadership journey includes international experience, leading the Truck Tire OE team in Malaysia for Continental’s APAC (Asian Pacific) Market. He later returned to the Americas as head of the Pricing and Market Intelligence team, where he played a key role in shaping strategic direction. Most recently, he served as Director of OE and Strategic Accounts for the Truck Tire Division in the Americas, where he developed and executed strategies while fostering cross-functional collaboration across engineering, operations, and sales teams while fostering cross-continental talent development.
"Wyatt's extensive industry expertise, unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, and strategic foresight position him as the perfect leader to elevate our replacement truck tire business to new heights," stated Shaun Uys, Vice President Truck Tire US, Continental Tire the Americas, LLC. "We are eager to witness the contributions he will bring to this pivotal role."
Wyatt will be based at Continental’s U.S. headquarters in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
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 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.
Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated preliminary sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.
Alison Bowker
Marketing, Communications, & Media Manager
US Truck Tire
Continental Tires the Americas
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