Continental IceContact XTRM is a studdable winter tire developed by the engineers of the German tire giant in collaboration with Groupe Touchette – Canada’s largest tire distributing company – and meant to be sold exclusively through the Groupe Touchette retail network. Presented in the beginning of 2020, the Continental IceContact XTRM model offers every feature that is essential for successful operation in constantly changing weather conditions. The tread design and the unique studding technology promise excellent traction on icy roads and great handling response on snow. As technical experts note, the tire’s noise emission was also reduce to ensure a smooth and comfortable ride. The 11-millimeter aluminum studs TriStar, used in this IceContact XTRM model, are produced and supplied by the Finnish company Tikka. In comparison to the standard round “steel spikes”, these studs ensure more dependable traction in all directions, at the same time helping to reduce road wear.

The stud retention technology uses a coating that is proven to be four times stronger and allows the Continental IceContact XTRM to contact 5% more of the icy road.