Press Release
LOSTnFOUND Integrates ContiPressureCheck into
Own Telematics System
· The tire pressure monitoring system ContiPressureCheck is available as an integrated telematics solution from LOSTnFOUND
· Direct network connection enables tire pressure and temperature data to be displayed on mobile devices, regardless of location
· ContiPressureCheck measures tire data in real time, prevents idle time caused by tire punctures, and increases fleet cost efficiency
Hanover, March 23, 2016. Telematics provider LOSTnFOUND is integrating Continental's tire pressure monitoring system ContiPressureCheck into its existing telematics system. As part of the collaboration between the two companies, the tire pressure and temperature data collected in real time by ContiPressureCheck is shown on the LOSTnFOUND user interface. Thanks to the telematics system's network connection, the values measured can be received on mobile devices.
"The integration of the ContiPressureCheck data in the LOSTnFOUND telematics system allows us to implement connected tire pressure monitoring. This in turn allows us to make the process of checking the tire pressure transparent for both drivers and fleet managers, as well as to simplify the technical monitoring of the tires. If the measured value deviates from the specified value, the system immediately sends a warning via e-mail or text message, so that prompt measures can be taken to resolve the problem and restore the correct tire pressure. This helps to avoid costs and time-consuming breakdowns," explains Hartwig Kühn, ContiPressureCheck manager at Continental Hanover.
LOSTnFOUND offers the integrated telematics solution under the name "ConnectedTyre" and, thanks to ContiPressureCheck, presents its customers with an efficient solution that optimizes both fuel consumption and the service life of the tires, thereby reducing the fleet's operating costs.
"In tests on our test track, we were able to show that fuel consumption over 100 kilometers increases by 0.7 liters when the tire pressure is just 2 bar too low. According to our assessments, a large proportion of trucks on the roads are currently driving with tire pressures that are, on average, 12 percent too low," says Hartwig Kühn. ContiPressureCheck monitors tire pressure constantly using sensors positioned directly inside the tire, thereby helping to maintain the ideal air pressure.
At the correct tire pressure, rolling resistance and tire wear are reduced, increasing the tire's service life and maintaining its capacity for retreading. This way, ContiPressureCheck makes an important contribution to sustainability as well as increasing passenger safety.
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Image1: Telematics provider LOSTnFOUND is integrating ContiPressureCheck in its existing telematics system, thereby enabling connected tire pressure monitoring.
Image2: Hartwig Kühn, ContiPressureCheck manager at Continental Hanover.
Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2015, the corporation generated preliminary sales of approximately €39.2 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Powertrain, Interior, Tires, and ContiTech. Continental employs more than 208,000 employees in 55 countries.
The Tire division currently has 24 production and development locations worldwide. The broad product range and continuous investments in R&D make a major contribution to cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world's leading tire manufacturers with approximately 49,000 employees, the Tire division generated preliminary sales of €10.4 billion in fiscal 2015.
Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one of the world's largest manufacturers of truck, bus, and industrial tires. The business unit is continually evolving from being a purely tire manufacturing business to a solution provider for commercial vehicle tires with a broad range of products and services.
LOSTnFOUND is a specialist provider of cost-effective telematics systems. The company developed its first solution in this area in 2007 and is now among the leading providers on this market. The company, with bases in Germany, France, and Switzerland, has won multiple international awards for innovation in recent years.
Continental contact:Alena Bauer
Press and PR Manager Truck Tires EMEA
Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH
Büttnerstrasse 25
30165 Hanover, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 511 938-26199
Fax: +49 (0) 511938-2429
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www.continental-tires.com / LOSTnFOUND contact:
Daniel Thommen
Managing Director
LOSTnFOUND
Maximilianstrasse 32
80539 Munich, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 800 0 563 563
E-mail:
www.lostnfound.com
Your contact:
Alena Bauer, phone: +49 (0) 511 938-26199