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The new Uniroyal RainExpert 3
Hanover, spring 2015. The new RainExpert 3 from Uniroyal
is now available. This smooth-running rain tire for cars from
compact to upper mid-range models and SUVs is available
for 13- to 18-inch rims, with aspect ratios of between 80 and
60 percent, and in widths of between 135 and 265
millimeters. Uniroyal has opted for an asymmetrical tread
pattern that ensures rapid water dispersion when driving in
the rain and delivers safe handling on dry roads. As in its
sporty relative, the RainSport 3, the rain tire developers have
opted for Shark Skin Technology that ensures faster
displacement of water from under the contact patch. This is
accompanied by a flow-optimized tread structure and a tread
compound developed for strong wet grip. In both braking and
handling in the wet, the new RainExpert 3 delivers a four
percent improvement over its predecessor, while recording a
five percent improvement in rolling resistance and in even
wear.
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Uniroyal
Belgian rubber goods manufacturer Englebert began producing tires in
1895 and supplied Continental among others. Following a merger with
US Rubber in 1958, the company was renamed Uniroyal Englebert.
Since 1979, Uniroyal, the firm that invented the rain tire, has been a
European brand of Continental AG in Hanover.
www.uniroyal.de
Continental AG
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 2014, the corporation
generated preliminary sales of approximately €34.5 billion with its five
divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tire, and ContiTech.
Continental employs approximately 190,000 people in 49 countries.
www.continental-corporation.de
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 more than
44,000 employees, the Tire Division achieved sales of €9.6 billion in 2013.
Passenger and Light Truck Tires
Continental is one of the leading manufacturers of passenger and light
truck tires in Europe and the world's fourth largest passenger tire
manufacturer in the original equipment and replacement market. The
product development focus of the Continental premium brand is to
optimize all safety-relevant characteristics, while simultaneously
minimizing rolling resistance.
www.continental-reifen.de
Sponsorship
Continental's Tire division is an official sponsor of the German DFB Cup,
Major League Soccer in the US and Canada, the 2015 Asia Cup in
Australia and UEFA EURO 2016TM in France.
www.ContiSoccerWorld.de
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Contact:
Alexander Bahlmann
Head of PR, Passenger and Light Truck Tires
Continental AG
Tire division
Büttnerstrasse 25, 30165 Hanover, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 511 938 2615
Fax:
+49 (0) 511 938 2455
alexander.bahlmann@conti.de
www.continental-reifen.de
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Klaus Engelhart
Press Spokesman, Passenger and Light Truck/TwoWheel Tires
Continental AG
Tire division
Büttnerstrasse 25, 30165 Hanover, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 511 938 2285
Fax:
+49 (0) 511 938 2455
klaus.engelhart@conti.de