Continental Tires Americas, a leading manufacturer of premium commercial tires and a global leader in digital tire monitoring, is expanding its Sensor Ready tire portfolio with the addition of the Conti HSC 3 and Conti HDC 3 in 11R22.5 and 11R24.5 sizes. Designed for demanding construction and mixed-service applications, the expanded lineup gives fleets access to a factory-engineered sensor pocket that simplifies tire monitoring and supports more efficient tire lifecycle management.

The addition of the Conti HSC 3 and Conti HDC 3 builds on Continental's commitment to making connected tire technology more accessible across its commercial tire portfolio. Previously, fleets utilizing tire sensors on these products relied on manually installed glued sensors. The integrated Sensor Ready pocket streamlines sensor installation while providing a more consistent and serviceable solution throughout the life of the tire.

"Digital tire monitoring continues to play an increasingly important role in helping fleets improve uptime, safety and operational efficiency," said Renato Sarzano, Head of Truck Tires Americas, Continental. "By expanding our Sensor Ready portfolio to include the Conti HSC 3 and Conti HDC 3, we're making it easier for construction fleets to take advantage of connected tire technology while maximizing the value of their tire assets."

Engineered directly into the tire during manufacturing, the integrated sensor pocket eliminates the need for adhesive-based sensor installation and enables faster, more consistent sensor placement. A dedicated Sensor Ready sidewall marking also allows fleets, dealers and retreaders to quickly identify compatible tires.

The Sensor Ready design delivers benefits beyond the initial installation. Because the sensor pocket remains part of the casing throughout its service life, retreaders can remove and reinstall sensors without recreating a mounting location or applying new adhesives. This helps streamline retread operations, reduce labor and support continued tire monitoring through multiple retread cycles. 

When paired with ContiConnect, Continental's digital tire monitoring solution, fleets gain access to critical tire data including pressure and temperature information. These insights can help identify maintenance issues before they result in unplanned downtime, roadside events or premature tire removal.

With the addition of the Conti HSC 3 and Conti HDC 3, Continental continues to expand its Sensor Ready tire portfolio, helping fleets simplify tire maintenance, improve operational efficiency and maximize casing value throughout the tire lifecycle.

About Continental

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer and smarter. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

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Summer Shinn
Sr. Marketing Content & Communication Specialist - B2C
Truck Tires, United States
Continental Tires
Phone: 803-504-1702
Email: summer.shinn@conti-na.com

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