Press Release Automechanika: ContiTech Presents Mobile Information Sources Solutions for drive and suspension systems • worldwide service • family of tools grows • QR code leads directly to the product information Hanover, July 2012. First-class technology and globally strong service – these topics are the focus of ContiTech’s presentation at the Automechanika 2012 (September 11 - 16). In Frankfurt, ContiTech will be showcasing drive belts for the automotive aftermarket and air springs for commercial vehicles in hall FOR.0, booth A05. With new mobile information sources, dealers and workshops have key facts about the top technical products round-the-clock. The Power Transmission Group is showcasing its expertise as a specialist for drive systems: With its complete timing belt kits, the company covers more than 90% of the vehicle population. The remaining range of kits continues to be expanded, including kits with timing belts and water pumps and with V-ribbed belts and torsional vibration dampers. In addition, individual torsional vibration dampers and overrunning alternator pulleys are also included in the premium product range. These products dampen the vibrations in auxiliary unit drives and lengthen the service life of belt drive components. Packaging now includes a new practical feature: QR codes. Customers can use these codes to call up the respective product information page in the PIC (Product Information Center) online service, where general information, technical data, parts lists and installation instructions as well as comments about using special tools can be found. ContiTech's range of tools has again grown considerably this year: “You need the right tool to do a really professional job changing belts,” notes Helmut Engel, head of Automotive Aftermarket at the ContiTech Power -2Transmission Group. "We are expanding our assortment further to provide automotive pros the best possible assistance in their work." Also new, product films now show experts how to use the tools properly. At the Automechanika, Air Spring Systems will be presenting air springs for use in trucks, buses and trailers. The renowned development partner and OEM supplier to the commercial vehicle industry covers replacement part needs for virtually all commercial vehicle applications. A further important topic will be the service that the company provides. „We are continuously expanding our range of services, and are for instance featuring new possibilities for mobile information access at the fair,“ explains Dirk Hoffmeister, segment head of Commercial Vehicles Aftermarket at ContiTech Air Spring Systems. In addition, an extensive selection of training sessions, online information and newsletters ensures that dealers and workshops are always up-to-date with the latest technical advancements. Caption CT_PTG_QR_Code.jpg Product information directly on the cell phone: QR codes on the new product packaging of the ContiTech Power Transmission Group make it possible. Photo: ContiTech -3- With sales of €30.5 billion in 2011, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide. As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis, instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers, Continental contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert partner in networked automobile communication. Continental currently has approximately 167,000 employees in 46 countries. The ContiTech division numbers among the leading suppliers of a host of technical elastomer products in the non-tire rubber sector and is a specialist for rubber technology in the non-tire rubber sector. The division develops and produces functional parts, components and systems for the automotive industry and other important industries. ContiTech has a workforce of approximately 27,250 employees. In 2011, it achieved sales of approximately €3.6 billion. Editorial inquiries to Anja Graf Vice President Communications ContiTech AG Vahrenwalder Strasse 9 D-30165 Hanover, Germany Phone +49 511 938-1190 Fax +49 511 938-14025 anja.graf@contitech.de www.contitech.de Mario Töpfer Head of Technical Media Relations ContiTech AG Vahrenwalder Strasse 9 D-30165 Hanover, Germany Phone +49 511 938-1304 Fax +49 511 938-1305 mario.toepfer@contitech.de www.contitech.de Press releases and photos are available on the Web at www.contitech.de/press