Continental's ProContact with EcoPlus Technology tire has
been awarded "Best New Product" honors at the Specialty
Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show for its innovative
low-rolling resistance and fuel-saving features.
The all-season tire was developed to enhance driving
pleasure, save money and surpass the competition, according
to the company. It provides improved fuel efficiency,
reduced CO2 emissions and an 80,000-mile limited treadwear
warranty, without sacrificing wet braking
performance.
“We’re very honored to be receiving this prestigious award,”
says Bill Caldwell, vice president of sales and marketing.
“The ProContact with EcoPlus Technology tire is a cut above
the rest,” he adds.
“Our engineers have specifically designed it to not only
save our customers money, but to also reduce CO2 emissions –
which is something that is very important to Continental
Tire as a company. This tire is a reflection of our focus
and commitment to environmental responsibility,” Caldwell
explains.
He notes that the winning tire “is built to deliver
excellent wet traction and remarkable treadwear, and it has
been proven to deliver more controlled braking and
significantly shorter stopping distances in wet
conditions.”
EcoPlus Technology consists of two main components: Tg-F
Polymers and +Saline.
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The Tg-F polymers are temperature-activated, functional
polymers that increase compound-bonding, improving the wear
and fuel efficiency of the tire, according to
Caldwell.
The second component, +Silane, is an additive that works to
enhance the tire’s grip on slippery roads, drastically
reducing stopping distances, he says. “These technologies
work together to enhance the driving experience for a long
tire life when conditions are normal, and they provide
excellent wet braking on slippery roads.”
For more information, visit www.conti-
online.com.
