Continental MaxContact MC7 tyre launched in Malaysia

CONTINENTAL Tyres has launched the new MaxContact MC7 high-performance tyre designed for urban landscapes and tailored to fulfill the needs of Asia Pacific (APAC) drivers.

According to the company, the MaxContact MC7 tyre was developed and tested by a team of 25 engineers and material experts through more than 8,000 hours in R&D.

Thanks to the optimisation of pressure distribution within the tyre, the MaxContact MC7 is capable of providing more refined handling and exceptional stability for drivers when making sharper turns.

The MC7 achieves this by maximizing the contact area with the road to create a wider footprint with the Cornering Macroblocks, thus redistributing force for a more controlled and stable drive.

Its ReFlex Compound also creates a higher resistance to tyre deformation and leads to improved steering response and accuracy. Its silica technology within the compound enhances the transfer of kinetic energy to heat when braking, leading to shorter braking distances on both dry and wet roads.

To ensure safety during the frequent wet weather seasons in the APAC region, the MC7 comes with 3D laser-cut sipes that improve grip and braking in wet conditions, and reduce the risk of aquaplaning by quickly expelling water that flows through the tyre grooves.

There’s also the upgraded two-in-one Noise Breaker 3.0 that breaks up sound waves, thus preventing noise from building up and traveling into the car cabin for a quieter drive.

The new MaxContact MC7 tyre is available in sizes ranging from 16 to 21 inches.