Continental names head of auto unit as new CEO

Continental's new CEO, Nikolai Setzer, headed the supplier's auto business after previously leading its tire division. He joined the tire-development operations in 1997 after studying mechanical engineering. (Continental)

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November 12, 2020 03:29 PM

FRANKFURT -- German auto supplier and tire maker Continental named the head of its core automotive division, Nikolai Setzer, as its new CEO.

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