Mumbai: Continental Tires India has announced the appointment of Nevin Aslan-Özkan as Managing Director, effective April 6, 2026. She succeeds Samir Gupta, who stepped down on April 5, 2026, for personal reasons.
Nevin, who joined Continental in 2017, has held multiple leadership roles across EMEA and APAC in Mergers & Acquisitions as well as Strategy & Business Development. Since May 2025, she has been serving as Chief Financial Officer for Continental Tires India, overseeing the company’s financial strategy and performance. In her new role, she will lead the company’s growth agenda in India, with a focus on strengthening its presence in the passenger vehicle segment.
Samir Gupta, who had been with Continental since 2012 and served as Managing Director from January 2022, is credited with expanding the brand’s footprint in the Indian market during his tenure.
The leadership transition comes at a pivotal time for Continental Tires India, following recent strategic developments including the launch of the CrossContact A/T² tyre for Indian SUV and 4×4 drivers. Notably, India became the first global market to introduce this product, underscoring the company’s commitment to the region.
The company has also announced an investment of €10.5 million (approximately ₹100 crore) to further strengthen its position in the passenger vehicle segment, particularly in the ultra ultra high performance (UUHP) category, in line with evolving consumer demand.
Commenting on her appointment, Nevin Aslan-Özkan said, “India continues to be a strong focus market for Continental Tires. Guided by our ‘In the Market, For the Market’ approach, we will continue to deliver products & technologies designed for Indian roads. I look forward to addressing the evolving expectations of Indian consumers and driving the company’s next phase of growth.”
