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Created on Tuesday, 11 November 2014 12:46

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• Introduced in March of 2014, Continental’s TrueContactTM is their newest touring performance, all-season tire featuring EcoPlus Technology.

Ft. Mill, S.C. – November 11, 2014.  Last week, at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, Continental Tire’s newest touring performance, all-season tire, the TrueContact™, was awarded a New Products Showcase Award in the Tire and Related Product category. Product Showcase Awards are presented to the most innovative and cutting-edge new and featured automotive aftermarket products. Nearly 2,000 new products were entered across 16 categories.

“We’re extremely proud to be awarded the New Product Showcase Award in the Tire and Related Product category by SEMA,” said Travis Roffler, director of marketing for Continental Tire. “The TrueContact™ brings together many of our innovative technologies into one, all-season tire. We’ve worked hard to blend technologies such as EcoPlus, Comfort Ride and Tuned Performance Indicators, to give consumers a tire that will save them money and give them the performance they demand.”

This first-class tire combines best-in-class wet braking with Continental’s award-winning EcoPlus Technology, which provides long-wear and can save up to $550 over the life of the tire when compared to the competitions standard tire1. Best-in-class wet braking is also a hallmark of this award-winning technology, stopping up to 30 feet shorter than a leading competitor2.

Continental’s Quick View Indicators, make Continental a number one choice among consumers. Continental’s newest technology, the Alignment Verification System, provides an early warning system to drivers when it’s time to align their vehicle. Drivers will also receive an extra measure of confidence with the inclusion of Tuned Performance Indicators. The Dry, Wet and Snow letters in the tread indicate the tire’s optimal performance levels. Additionally, Continental’s Comfort Ride Technology absorbs vibrations caused by road surface irregularities, giving drivers and their passenger’s a smooth and enjoyable ride.

The TrueContact™  is backed by some of the strongest warranty programs and service contracts in the industry. This touring performance tire has a 60-day trial and up to a 90,000-mile treadlife limited warranty and a 72-month manufacturer’s limited warranty program. The TrueContact™ comes in a wide range of sizes from 15” – 19” wheel diameters with a UTQG rating of 800 AB for T, and AA for H and V speed.

For more information on the TrueContact™, or to locate a dealer, visit www.continentaltire.com.  

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1 - Actual savings will vary based on driving techniques, road conditions, tire maintenance and replacement interval. Savings based on set of (4) tires with a 90,000 mile Limited Treadlife Warranty, $3.30 gallon in fuel, 23% rolling resistance improvement based on independent testing Continental TrueContact 215/60R16 95T compared to Pirelli P4 Four Season 215/60R16 95T and 4.3% fuel savings based on rolling resistance to fuel efficiency ratio within the estimated range of energy.gov.

2 - Based on internal wet braking test: Continental TrueContact™ 215/60R16 95T vs. Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 P215/60R16 94H, Michelin Defender 215/60R16 95T, and Pirelli P4 Four Season 215/60R16 95T.

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