As consumer needs evolve in today’s era of transformative mobility, Continental stands at the forefront of tyre innovation, advancing low rolling resistance technologies that help modern vehicles travel further, consume less energy and deliver more efficient, sustainable journeys.

What was Continental’s role in Mission Efficiency World Record?

Demonstrating this commitment in action, Continental played a key role in the world-record drive by Volkswagen’s Mission Efficiency electric vehicle concept, with its specially developed concept tyres contributing to exceptional energy efficiency in real-world driving conditions. 

Mission Efficiency World Record: At A Glance

• Official Record – Certified by Rekord-Institut für Deutschland on 24 Aug 2026

• 1278.36km – Distance covered from Wolfsburg, Germany, to Vienna, Austria 

• 164km Remaining Range – Journey completed with only 1 charging stop

• 7.51kWh/100km – Energy consumption including charging losses 

• 6.89kWh/100km – Energy consumption excluding charging losses

What sets Continental’s record-breaking concept tyre apart? 

With nearly 20% of an electric vehicle’s battery energy typically used to overcome tyre rolling resistance, Continental’s specially developed concept tyres achieved a low rolling resistance of 4.9kg/tonne – around 25% below the threshold for the EU tyre label’s highest class A rating. 

Inside Continental’s Record-Breaking Concept Tyre

Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) – Based on EcoContact 7 production tyre design 

Sidewall Stability – Minimizes tyre deformation to reduce energy dissipation 

Tailored Compound – Works with carcass & tread pattern to lower energy loss

Differential Curing – Heats tyre sections differently to optimize LRR properties 

What does Continental’s record-breaking achievement signify?

Continental’s contribution to the Mission Efficiency World Record highlights how continuous evolution in tyre technologies leads to tangible real-world benefits – driving forward a more efficient future in motion where every innovation makes a meaningful difference on the road. 

Where can I find Continental tyre suppliers in Malaysia?

Continental tyres are available from Fastgrip Distribution, a Continental tyre supplier based in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East Malaysia. We distribute and supply Continental tyres throughout western Sabah including Kota Kinabalu, Penampang, Inanam, Tuaran, Ranau, Putatan and Papar; southern Sabah including Tawau, Labuan, Beaufort, Keningau and Tenom; eastern Sabah including Sandakan and Lahad Datu; and northern Sabah including Kudat and Kota Marudu:

• Continental passenger car radial (PCR) tyres

• Continental SUV/4x4 tyres

• Continental electric vehicle (EV)-compatible tyres

• Continental van light truck tyres

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About Continental 

Continental is one of the world’s leading tyre manufacturer and original equipment (OE) supplier that produces a wide range of high-quality mobility products from high-performance tyres to innovative light trucks solutions. Founded in Hanover, Germany in 1871, Continental develops industry-recognized pioneering technologies for safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable applications with a current global team of over 240,000 employees in 61 countries. 

Links

https://www.fastgrip.com.my/news/continental-tyres-where-innovation-leads-every-journey

https://www.fastgrip.com.my/news/set-your-future-motion-continental-tyres

https://www.continental.com/en/press/press-releases/volkswagen-concept-tire-world-record/