New Delhi: Leading tyre manufacturer Continental Tires signed an MOU with Indag Rubber to promote the second life of tyres. During the pilot, the warranty program and retreading services will be provided to TBR Normal Load (NL) fleets through retreaders from the three markets – Delhi NCR, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
As part of the collaboration, Continental Tires will offer a second-life warranty on NL casings as per Conti Bharosa and Indag will offer a warranty on the retreading process and on the tread rubber on the NL fleets. Post the completion of the pilot projects, the program will be rolled out in PAN India.
On the occasion of the signing of the MoU, Samir Gupta, Head of Central Region – BA Tires APAC and Managing Director, Continental Tires India, said, “Continental has always been focused on building sustainable mobility solutions. Through this collaboration, we aim to promote retreading as a sustainable alternative to improve tyre life. We are pleased to be collaborating with Indag Rubber Ltd., which shares our vision of sustainability. The process will also save costs for our customers.”
Vijay Shrinivas, CEO, Indag Rubber Ltd., spoke about the collaboration and the future plans “We are excited to work with Continental Tires on the project to increase retreading among Indian customers. We look forward to successful long-term collaboration with Continental Tires.”,
During the pilot project, the warranty will be applicable on the following range of tyres from Continental.