Commercial tires staged beside a fleet vehicle

Continental Tires / sourcing

Clear specifications for tires in service

Start with tire size, load, speed and operating conditions. Make your passenger or commercial tire inquiry easier to review.

Product families

Start with the component

Identify the part and the interface before comparing options.

Alloy vehicle wheel

Wheels

Record diameter, width, PCD and offset.

Commercial road tire

Tires

Compare size, load index and speed rating.

Wheel hub assembly

Hub assemblies

Review flange and sensor interfaces.

Wheel bearing

Bearings

Confirm dimensions and sealing.

Wheel service components

Service parts

Define hardware and replacement scope.

From application to evidence

01

Specification freeze

Agree on size, load, speed and vehicle application before comparing a tire.

02

Validation

Separate sample evaluation, laboratory testing and operating duty checks.

03

Documentation

Identify the evidence and destination-market requirements relevant to the product.

04

Traceability

Discuss identification and records needed for the intended purchasing program.

Quality systemScope review
Product regulationMarket specific
Test evidenceMethod defined
TraceabilityRecords requested

Operating contexts

Passenger vehicles

Balance size, road use and speed requirements.

Commercial fleets

Define axle position, load and replacement intervals.

Regional distribution

Plan quantities around the assortment and destination market.

Specification resources

Tire inquiry checklist View checklist →

Application review View process →

Product evidence Request documents →

Prepare your RFQ

Put the operating details in one place

Share the size, axle, load, road conditions, destination and quantity. Include the evidence you need for your review.