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ContiSilent Technology Significantly Reduces Interior Noise in the Vehicle
- Production tires with ContiSilent technology are perceived as significantly quieter
- ContiSilent tires have the same properties as normal production tires
Frankfurt, September 2016. In addition to optimal handling characteristics, vehicle manufacturers also expect particularly quiet rolling noise that is subjectively perceived as acceptable by the vehicle occupants. That's why Continental has introduced a new technology that significantly reduces tire rolling noise in the vehicle. This has been made possible by a lining that is applied to the inside of the tire tread, after the actual production process. This special foam layer significantly dampens the airborne vibrations caused by the rolling of the tire, so that on all surfaces, the noise penetrating the vehicle interior is reduced by up to nine decibels – meaning increased comfort for the occupants. Because all other aspects, including the profile, of normal production tires can be transferred, in terms of driving characteristics such as braking, handling, or behavior in wet conditions as well as in the case of the rims and fitting, there is no difference from other tires from the same product family.
Audi is the first vehicle manufacturer to equip its RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback models with ContiSilent tires from the ContiSportContact 5 P series. The Audi RS 6 Avant is fitted with size 285/30 ZR 21 and the RS 7 Sportback with size 275/30 ZR 21. Like all other tires for the Audi RS models, the ContiSilent versions also have the RO1 label.
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ContiSilent technology significantly reduces tire rolling noise in the vehicle interior.
Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2015, the corporation generated sales of €39.2 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tires, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs more than 212,000 people in 55 countries.
Tire division
The Tire division currently has 24 production and development locations worldwide. The broad product range and continuous investments in R&D make a major contribution to cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, with around 49,000 employees, the Tire division achieved sales of €10.4 billion in 2015.
Passenger Car and Light Truck Tires
Continental is one of Europe’s leading passenger car and light truck tire manufacturers and is the world’s fourth-largest passenger car and light truck tire manufacturer in the original equipment and replacement business sectors. Product development for the Continental premium brand focuses on optimizing all safety-related features while at the same time minimizing rolling resistance.
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Alexander Bahlmann
Head of Communications/PR, Passenger and Light Truck Tires
Continental AG
Tire Division
Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hanover, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 511 938 2615
Fax: +49 (0) 511 938 2455
/ Klaus Engelhart
Press Spokesperson, Passenger and Light Truck Tires/Two-Wheel Tires DACH
Communications/PR, Passenger and Light Truck Tires
Continental AG
Tire Division
Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hanover, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 511 938 2285
Fax: +49 (0) 511 938 2455
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