Continental recently released a fuel-efficient, long-haul drive tire for the U.S. market.
The new Conti HDL 3 EP combines high-structure carbon black and silica technology to deliver a well-balanced mix of rolling resistance and durability, the tire manufacturer reported. With a polymer matrix-bound silica compound, it achieves up to 10% better rolling resistance compared to its predecessor and is SmartWay-verified for Class 8 long-haul tractor trailers.
“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,” Shaun Uys, head of Continental’s U.S. truck tire replacement business, said in a news release. “This premium long-haul tire was designed to help fleets achieve their lowest overall driving cost.”
Its 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% improved cut and chip resistance, further extending its lifespan.
Built on Continental 3G Casing that has a 240-245 mm retread width, the 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 ContiConnect Live digital tire monitoring.
The 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, Continental said.