Continental to offer automated tread depth measurement for CV tyres

Continental says it is set to offer automated tyre tread depth measurements for the first time thanks to its new ContiConnect sensor generation.

Fleet operators will be able to obtain precise and daily updated data on the rate of wear of their commercial vehicle tyres, according to Continental.

In conjunction with AI-based algorithms, upcoming tyre services for individual commercial vehicles as well as entire fleets can be planned with precision. This increases the safety and efficiency of the fleet, saves costs and helps to reduce its CO2 emissions.

The new tread depth measurement and the tyre service planning element complements Continental’s existing ContiConnect solution portfolio, which already includes data on tyre pressure, temperature, and mileage.

Continental will present the new solutions to the public for the first time at this month’s IAA Transportation 2024 in Hannover, Germany.

The market launch of the new ContiConnect solutions is planned for summer 2025.

The company will also showcase in Hannover its two new ContiConnect Lite and Pro versions for customised fleet management.

“Our new tyre sensor is a great all-rounder. It records tread depth accurately at all times, as well as tyre pressure, temperature and mileage. With ContiConnect, our customers can always keep an eye on the condition of their tyres and upcoming maintenance needs,” said Clarisa Doval, head of digital solutions at Continental Tyres.

“We are the first to enter the market with a solution for measuring tread depth. In doing so, we are setting new standards. We offer our fleet customers an innovative technology that takes the efficiency and predictability of tyre services to a new level,” she added.