Ford picks ContiProContact for Fusion Titanium

Nov. 14, 2012

Continental Tire the Americas Inc.’s ContiProContact has been selected by Ford Motor Co. as an original equipment supplier of the 19-inch optional wheel fitment for the redesigned 2013 Fusion Titanium.

The new 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium adds premium amenities and technology to the popular midsize family sedan.

Continental supplies the 19-inch fitment in size 235/40R19 96V for the Fusion Titanium with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. The ContiProContact is Continental’s luxury touring all-season tire designed for consumers wanting performance with comfort, mileage and enhanced braking capacity.

Benefits of the tire, which is also available as a replacement model in a variety of sizes, include:

  • Multidirectional grip and low noise with alternating convex and concave sipe design;
  • Secure cornering and standout performance in wet conditions with special shoulder groove geometry;
  • Improved steering precision and dry performance compliments of interlocking tread sipes;
  • Improved fuel economy by way of state-of-the-art silica compound lower rolling resistance.

For more information on the new 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium, visit www.ford.com. For more information on the ContiProContact, visit www.continentaltire.com.

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