Continental AG is a German manufacturer of tires and engineered rubber and polymer products for automotive and industrial applications. Founded in 1871 and headquartered in Hanover, the company operates globally, supplying passenger car, truck, bus, two‑wheel, and off‑highway tires, along with related tire technologies and services.
Through its ContiTech business, Continental develops and produces elastomer-based components including conveyor belts, industrial and automotive hoses, vibration and acoustic control parts, sealing systems, and surface materials. Its capabilities span rubber compounding, reinforcement technologies (such as textile and steel cord), and advanced materials testing and simulation.
For the chemical value chain, Continental is a major user of synthetic and natural rubber, fillers, plasticizers, resins, and specialty additives, and collaborates with suppliers on material innovations to improve durability, rolling resistance, and lifecycle impact. The company maintains a broad manufacturing and R&D footprint across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.