Continental: Continental advances winter tyre technology

Continental continues to push the boundaries of tyre performance through extensive testing in extreme winter conditions. The company's facility in Arvidsjaur, Sweden, plays a crucial role in evaluating the capabilities of its winter tyres on snow and ice. This article explores the rigorous testing methodologies used to enhance tyre safety, efficiency, and durability. Joachim Blass, a Continental test engineer with two decades of international experience, highlights the importance of variable test conditions in Sweden: "Depending on the weather, we have different test conditions here every day," he explains. These findings are directly applied to the continuous development and optimisation of tyre technology." Blass emphasises [...]