Continental to Build $76 Million Automated Tire Warehouse in Illinois
Continental announced plans to construct a highly automated finished-goods warehouse in Mount Vernon, Illinois, to boost its North American distribution.
$76 million
500,000 tires
11.4 million tires
What Happened
Continental plans to invest approximately $76 million to build a new highly automated finished-goods warehouse in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The facility will have a storage capacity of about 500,000 passenger car tires, covering an area larger than six American football fields. Construction is expected to start in summer 2026, with operations beginning in 2027.
Construction begins on the new warehouse.
Warehouse is expected to go live and start operations.
“Our new highly automated finished-goods warehouse underscores our growth ambitions in North America. The new facility will enhance our ability to serve customers with greater speed and flexibility while strengthening our overall distribution network in the region.”
The Mount Vernon site, Continental's largest US tire plant, has been operating for over 50 years. It currently produces about 11.4 million tires annually and employs more than 3,500 people. The new warehouse is part of Continental's ongoing investment in automation and digitalization across its global tire manufacturing operations.
Why this matters
The investment enhances Continental's logistics efficiency and customer service in North America, supporting growth at its largest US tire plant.
Terms in This Story
- finished-goods warehouse
- A warehouse where completed products are stored before distribution to customers.
- highly automated
- Using advanced technology and machinery to perform tasks with minimal human intervention.
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