Continental has completed its Generation 5 hybrid tyre lineup for regional freight transport with the launch of the new Conti Hybrid HT 5 trailer tyre.
The tyre maker said that ‘fleet operators now have a technically consistent solution for steering, drive, and trailer axles, designed to meet the daily demands of distribution transport’.
Continental said the Conti Hybrid HT 5 ‘achieves a 15% higher mileage (based 110,000km per year) resulting in lower tyre replacement costs in trailer operation’ compared to its predecessor.
Head of product development for bus and truck tyres Hinnerk Kaiser said: “We developed the new Conti Hybrid HT 5 specifically for fleets that have to withstand the high demands of regional distribution transport on a daily basis.
“The Conti Hybrid HT 5 combines safety, efficiency, and durability and supports reliable, economical operation under changing conditions.
“The optimised rolling resistance of the tyre ensures fuel-efficient operation and helps to reduce fleet costs.
“A newly developed tread compound and a comprehensively optimised tread design ensure that the tyre grips reliably even in demanding weather conditions. This is reflected in the B rating for wet grip on the EU tyre label.”
The new Conti Hybrid HT 5 trailer tyre will be available in March in sizes 385/65 R22.5 and 385/55 R22.5.
