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Continental makes US acquisitions

International automotive supplier Continental Corporation has acquired US racing tyre specialist Hoosier and taken a majority stake in fleet management solutions provider Zonar Systems of Seattle, as part of a programme of continued expansion.
October 6, 2016 Read time: 1 min

International automotive supplier 260 Continental Corporation has acquired US racing tyre specialist Hoosier and taken a majority stake in fleet management solutions provider Zonar Systems of Seattle, as part of a programme of continued expansion.

Hoosier Racing Tire is considered one of the largest manufacturers of racing tyres and has been working with Continental for seven years on various development and motorsport projects.

Zonar provides solutions for managing private and public commercial vehicle fleets in the North American market. Taking a majority stake in the company enables Continental to expand its presence in the US market.

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