In the category of IF Design Product Awards 2013 won the German company with its Continental tires Continental Conti.eContact, designed specifically for electric vehicles.
As noted by the jury , new tires , ” set new standards in terms of rolling resistance and noise , but it kept all the parameters that affect the safety .” “Innovative tread pattern , devoid of wide lateral grooves embodies the efficiency and ease of rolling with a clear demonstration of technological competence , – the jury. – External side tire is not only impressive design element , it also significantly reduces wind resistance . This also contributes to and recessed letters while maintaining optimal readability . ” IF Design Award is considered one of the most prestigious design awards and is awarded each year since 1954 in several categories . Risunok3Takzhe Continental last year received an award from the manufacturer of electric Tesla. A German company has earned praise for the development of specialized tires for elektrosedana Model S from Tesla. As noted , these tires safely tolerate high electric power transmission to the road to provide accurate control of the car and short braking distances and poor rolling resistance. Reduced rolling resistance is especially important for electric vehicles , as it helps to save energy , and hence – increases the time between recharging . For Tesla Model S, sold around the world , Continental has developed a special version of the XL tire ContiSportContact 5 year old model in size 245/35R21 XL96W. Tesla Model S – the world’s first elektrosedan class “luxury” that can drive up to 500 km . The machine holds up to 7 people. Power transmission achieves 416 hp ( 306 kW ), which allows the car to reach speeds of up to 200 km / h Model S accelerates to 100 km / h in just 4.4 seconds. The portfolio Continental also found a special line of models for electric vehicles : summer tires and winter Continental Conti.eContact Continental Conti.eContact Winter. Full-length path is achieved in conventional size ( 195/55 R 20 ) that provides 30 % (as compared with conventional tires ) a lower rolling resistance. Renault has chosen tires Continental Conti.eContact ( in size 125/80 R13 and 145/80 R13) for its agile double electric city Twizzy. Among the tire manufacturer Continental is the first place in Germany , the second in Europe and fourth in the world. In the market for winter tires in Europe Continental occupies a leading position .