Continental, founded in 1871 and headquartered in Germany, is a publicly owned automotive manufacturing company. With a workforce of over 67,820 employees, Continental specializes in the production of a wide range of automotive systems, components, and technologies. The company operates globally and is known for its expertise in areas such as tire manufacturing, automotive safety systems, powertrain components, and infotainment solutions. Continental's products and services are used by major automotive manufacturers around the world.