Continental Tires Appoints New Managing Director for India Operations

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Updated On: 06-Apr-2026 12:00 PM

Continental Tires has appointed Aslan-Özkan as Managing Director for India, following Samir Gupta's departure. The company launched the CrossContact A/T² tyre and invested €10.5 million to strengthen its position in India's passenger vehicle segment.

Key Highlights

Continental Tires appoints Aslan-Özkan as new Managing Director for India operations
India is the first market to launch the CrossContact A/T² tyre globally
Continental invests €10.5 million to strengthen its passenger vehicle segment in India
Leadership change follows Samir Gupta's departure on April 5, 2026
Focus remains on ultra ultra high performance tyre category for Indian market

Continental Tires has appointed Aslan-Özkan as the new Managing Director for its India operations. She succeeds Samir Gupta, who stepped down from the role on April 5, 2026, due to personal reasons. Gupta had served as Managing Director since January 2022 and was with the company since 2012.

Leadership Transition Details

Aslan-Özkan joined Continental in 2017. She has held several leadership roles across the EMEA and APAC regions. Her experience includes mergers and acquisitions, strategy, and business development. Since May 2025, she has served as Chief Financial Officer, leading the company's financial strategy and performance.

In her new role, Aslan-Özkan will focus on driving Continental’s growth agenda in India. She will concentrate on strengthening the company’s presence in the passenger vehicle segment. The leadership change comes as Continental increases its focus on the Indian passenger vehicle tyre market.

Recent Initiatives and Market Focus

Continental recently launched the CrossContact A/T² tyre during Track Day 2026. India became the first market globally to introduce this product. The company also announced an investment of €10.5 million, approximately ₹100 crore, in India. This investment aims to strengthen Continental’s position in the passenger vehicle segment, especially in the ultra ultra high performance (UUHP) category.

The company stated that India remains a strong focus market. Guided by its ‘In the Market, For the Market’ approach, Continental will continue to deliver products and technologies designed for Indian roads.

Outlook for Continental Tires India

Continental’s leadership transition and recent investments highlight its commitment to the Indian market. The company aims to expand its footprint and introduce advanced tyre technologies tailored for local conditions. Aslan-Özkan’s appointment is expected to support these strategic goals and drive further growth in the region.

Continental’s ongoing initiatives reflect its strategy to address the evolving needs of the Indian passenger vehicle sector. The company plans to leverage its global expertise to enhance its offerings and market presence in India.