Continental announces price increases on commercial tires

Nov. 19, 2003

Continental Tire North America Inc. will raise prices on its commercial tires effective Dec. 1. All Continental, General, Semperit and private-branded medium, heavy and OTR tires will be affected.

The price increases will range from 3% to 5%, with in-line adjustments, according to a Continental spokeswoman.

Earlier this week, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced it will raise prices on its commercial tires from 4% to 6% on Dec. 1. All of the company's brands will be affected.