Continental releases new over-the-road regional trailer retread

Fort Mill, SC — Continental Tire the Americas announced the launch of the ContiTread HTR, a next-generation retread engineered to meet the demanding needs of trailer service across regional and long-haul applications.

Built with a lightweight, resilient compound, the ContiTread HTR delivers consistent, dependable performance in challenging environments. Its robust tread pattern and enhanced rounded shoulder design offer superior durability in high-scrub conditions, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of vocations.

“The ContiTread HTR represents a significant advancement in retread technology,” said Shaun Uys, Vice President of Continental’s U.S. Commercial Vehicle Tire business. “We’ve designed it to outperform its predecessor, the HTL.”

Key innovations include:
Rounded shoulder design for increased durability in high-scrub environments.
New tread pattern that resists shoulder tearing and provides enhanced stone protection.
Heat-reducing compound that preserves casing integrity for future retreading.
Precision-engineered widths (200–240 mm) to support long-lasting performance.

Optimized for regional over-the-road use, the ContiTread HTR also excels in long-haul operations, offering fleets a reliable, cost-effective solution that extends tire life and reduces total cost of ownership.

For more information about the ContiTread HTR and Continental’s full portfolio of commercial tire solutions, click here.

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental’s tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.