7th Generation Continental UltraContact UC7 Now Available
Continental Tyre Malaysia has launched the first of its Generation 7 tyres i.e. the UltraContact UC7. The Continental UltraContact UC7 is developed as an all-round tyre prioritising safety, and emphasising exceptional noise comfort and long drive life.
A global team of about 25 engineers and material experts had spent over 9,500 hours designing, simulating, building, and testing prototypes. According to Continental, the final product keeps with its “Driving Confidence, Redefined by Technology” philosophy, redefining the driving experience and bringing driving confidence to the next level.
The Generation 7 tyre is a follow-up to the successful Generation 6. Continental has been driven to develop product upgrades that further meet the current and also foreseeable requirements. “The specific needs and driving habits of consumers are constantly evolving, and Continental Tyres is committed to bringing continuous innovations that meet those changing needs. We invest heavily in the development of every single product we bring to market, and the resulting UltraContact UC7 truly represents a next-generation upgrade,” said Dalibor Kalina, Head of BA Replacement Tires Asia Pacific.
Compared to the preceding UltraContact UC6, the UltraContact UC7 achieves significant improvements in braking and control on wet ground. Other performance aspects such as fuel efficiency, dry braking, and handling are also enhanced. To offer the best driving experience, Continental had developed technologies focusing on the unique consumer requirements for each segment. Specially tailored for the all-round segment, Confidence+ Technology combines the best of its compound technology and construction design features to create a tyre that does not compromise on safety, comfort, handling, or mileage.
Each Continental Tyre product is put through various tests to ensure that its performance across all aspects meets its highest requirements. “We take pride in our safety technologies that have been highly recognised for generations. With Vision Zero as our top priority, we strive to achieve zero accidents, zero injuries, and zero fatalities on the road,” said Andrea Somorova, Managing Director of Continental Tyre Malaysia.
During the development phase of the new UltraContact, Continental engineers conducted over 850 tests under various conditions, with a combined distance that could circle the earth 12 times. “We have put this tyre through rigorous rounds of testing to ensure we meet our own exacting standards and can deliver cutting-edge tyre technology to consumers. We will continue to do so as we further expand the portfolio to establish powerful, competitive offerings for the market,” explained Bob Liu, Director of R&D Asia Pacific.
With such an intensive research and development programme, the UltraContact UC7’s Confidence+ Technology truly embodies “German Technology without Compromise”. The UltraContact UC7 also features “Diamond DNA” – Diamond Compound, Noise Breaker 3.0 and Aqua Channel Advanced, to deliver 3 key advantages i.e. outstanding wet performance, noise reduction, and long drive life.
The UltraContact UC7’s outstanding wet performance means a shorter braking distance as well as outstanding grip on slippery roads thanks to the Aqua Channel Advanced surface sipes on the center part of the pattern which efficiently evacuate water and reduce hydroplaning risk.
Meanwhile, the Noise Breaker 3.0 design with Flow X-celerator is an innovation that leverages the Venturi Effect principle to accelerate water flow through the groove. This improves the surface contact between rubber and road. Further, the Diamond Compound formulation enhances the transformation of kinetic energy into heat at optimum levels thus resulting in shorter braking distances even on wet roads.
The Noise Breaker 3.0 design also provides a quieter and more harmonic drive due to a smoother vibrational frequency. As sound waves travel through the grooves, the Noise Breaker 3.0 interrupts the waves by disrupting the homogeneity of the grooves. The sound waves get broken up and dissipated into smaller waves, preventing noise from building up and traveling into the cabin of the car. The Diamond Compound with whisper touch also contributes to reduced noise generation by absorbing impact from the road.
The Diamond Compound also has an optimised polymer network to provide wear resistance for long-lasting tread life, ensuring complete peace of mind throughout the usable life of the tyre.
The Continental UltraContact UC7 is available in a wide range of wheel sizes i.e from 15” – 18” to cater to a variety of vehicle types, from compact and mid-sized cars, and MPVs, to luxury sedans.
