Car makers are a demanding bunch. They want the quietest tyres with the best performance. To meet their demands, Continental has introduced ContiSilent, a new technology that substantially reduces tyre noise inside the cabin by up to 9dB.

New noise-reduction foam technology

The secret for success is a coating that is bonded to the inside of the tread area after the actual tyre production process. This special layer of foam has a strong damping effect on the sound waves caused by the rolling tyre, so that no matter what surface the vehicle is driving on, the noise level reaching the cabin is substantially reduced, making for an improvement in the quality of the experience for the occupants.

As all of the other components and the tread pattern are adopted from standard production tyres, there are no differences in terms of performance characteristics such as braking, handling or performance in the wet. There are also no changes in terms of the rims or fitting process compared with standard tyres from the same product family.

Audi is the first automaker to fit its RS 7 Sportback models with ContiSilent tyres from the ContoSportContact 5 P series. The Audi RS 6 Avant will be equipped with size 285/30 ZR 21 tyres while the RS 7 Sportback will feature size 275/30 ZR 21 tyres.

To mark tyres produced with the noise reduction coating technology, the ContiSilent tyres will bear additional RO1 Mark on the sidewall.