Live at SEMA: Continental Introduces DOT-Approved ContiForceContact

Continental Tire unveiled its new DOT-approved ContiForceContact at the 2013 SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo (booth #43197).

The ContiForceContact, which the tiremaker said was developed at the world famous Nürburgring, is engineered for track and street performance.

“We’re happy to bring our racing and passenger car technologies together to give our enthusiasts the tire they’ve been asking for, ContiForceContact,” said Travis Roffler, director of marketing for Continental Tire. “There’s nothing better than a day at the track. And we’ve constructed a tire that will provide the driving aficionado a great day on-track while getting them to and from the track with confidence.”

According to Continental, the tire features a solid center rib and strong macro block shoulders for high steering precision; “Black Chilli” compound with special grip resins to enhance intermeshing between the tire and the pavement on the microscopic level, resulting in outstanding dry grip; and wide circumferential grooves in the center, plus bi-directional drainage grooves on the inside, to evacuate water to resist hydroplaning.

The ContiForceContact, offered in 10 sizes ranging from 225/40ZR18 to 325/30ZR19, will be available for purchase exclusively through Tire Rack beginning Dec. 1.

McCarthy Tire Service recently opened a new in-house commercial wheel refinishing facility. According to the company, the facility has the ability to refinish over 1,000 wheels per day and technicians will utilize equipment for inspection, surface preparation, pre-treatment, and automated coating techniques at the facility.

“We're thrilled to unveil this wheel refinishing facility,” John McCarthy Jr., president of McCarthy Tire Service said. “This investment reflects our dedication to providing our customers with unparalleled efficiency and a one-stop shop for all their commercial tire and wheel needs. By streamlining the refinishing process, we can help fleets minimize downtime and maximize productivity.”