Continental has released a new fuel-efficient, long-haul drive tire for the United States market.
The Conti HDL 3 EP combines high-structure carbon black and silica technology to deliver a well-balanced mix of rolling resistance and durability. With a polymer matrix-bound silica compound, the company says it achieves up to 10 percent better rolling resistance compared to its predecessor and is SmartWay verified for Class 8 long haul tractor trailers, making it a top choice for fuel efficiency and performance.
“The Conti HDL 3 EP was purposefully designed with a fleet’s needs in mind – from being built on 3G Casing for maximum retreadability, to its improved rolling resistance and even wear,” says Shaun Uys, head of Continental’s Truck Tire Replacement Business in the U.S. “This premium long-haul tire was designed to help fleets achieve their lowest overall driving cost.”
According to the company, the tire's closed shoulder design enhances mileage and rolling resistance, while its optimized footprint ensures even wear. Innovative groove geometry reduces stone retention, and the tire offers up to 15 percent improved cut and chip resistance, further extending its lifespan.
Built on Continental 3G Casing that has a 240-245 mm retread width, the Conti HDL 3 EP features a state-of-the-art belt package that reduces heat, increases durability, and maximizes retreadability. For optimal performance and uptime, the tire can also be paired with Continental’s ContiConnect Live digital tire monitoring system, the company adds.
The Conti HDL3 EP will be available in the most common long-haul sizes. The tire is launching for the replacement market in size 295/75R22.5 in load range G. Additional sizes will be available to both the replacement and original equipment markets by Q1 2025, the company adds.
