Continental manufactures tires, brake systems, vehicle electronics, and industrial components whilst developing mobility technologies across 61 countries. Founded in 1871 in Hanover, Germany, the company employs over 190,000 people and ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers and tire manufacturers.
The company's technical work spans traditional automotive manufacturing alongside emerging technologies. Its product portfolio includes connected tire systems that transmit data to the cloud for fleet management, sensors for autonomous driving systems, and vehicle electronics. Continental also develops sustainable materials for use across its product range, reflecting a broader commitment to materials innovation alongside conventional manufacturing.
Continental structures itself around practical problem-solving in transportation. The company emphasises continuous improvement and the real-world impact of its engineering work, viewing its role as making transportation safer, smarter, and more sustainable. A recent organisational restructuring positioned the company to focus on its core strengths in mobility technology and component manufacturing.
