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Association takes SATMC, Itac to court as tyre battle intensifies
16th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Tyre Importers Association of South Africa (TIASA) has applied to court to compel the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) and the South African Tyre... 


SATMC welcomes provisional payments on tyres imported from China, but TIASA, RFA express disappointment
9th September 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC), which includes Continental, Bridgestone, Goodyear and Sumitomo, has welcomed the International Trade Administration... 


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State-of-art tyres advance farming productivity
8th September 2022

Increased flexion (IF) tyres and very high flexion (VF) tyres are said to have revolutionised the farming sector.  The increased flexion and larger footprint of IF and VF tyres compared to standard... 


Kal Tire's autonomous tyre inspection technology
Kal Tire exhibits prototype technologies at Electra
8th September 2022 By: Darren Parker

At this year’s Electra Mining exhibition in Johannesburg, Canadian tyre company Kal Tire is showcasing prototypes for two unique tools that aim to improve safety and reduce unnecessary waste and... 


Sumitomo Rubber SA launches accredited training to drive success of township entrepreneurs
1st September 2022

Following the success of the Dunlop Container project, established in 2012 to drive sustainable township entrepreneurship and promote safety on the road, Sumitomo Rubber SA (SRSA), manufacturer of... 


Launching in October: Mega-T -outdoor expo for the trailer, trucking and transport industries
31st August 2022

Mega-T, an exciting new outdoor expo, is the one-stop industry event that’s all about Trailers, Trucks and Transport – and everything related to it! Taking place for the first time from 6 to 7... 


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TIASA takes SATMC, Itac to court as tyre battle intensifies
30th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Tyre Importers Association of South Africa (TIASA) has applied to court to compel the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) and the South African Tyre... 


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Goodyear joins Lockheed Martin to develop lunar mobility vehicle
22nd August 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Company will join Lockheed Martin in its development of a lunar mobility vehicle, with the tyre manufacturer to focus on the vehicle’s tyres. Goodyear supplied essential... 


Continental Tyre South Africa appoints Gqeberha plant manager
17th August 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Tyre manufacturer Continental Tyre South Africa has appointed Ramoabi Moeng as plant manager of its Gqeberha facility, which celebrates its seventy-fifth anniversary this year, after he served as... 


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Customs duty decision delays are hampering billions of rands in investment, says advisory
16th August 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Consultancy XA Global Trade Advisors says billions of rands in revenue have been lost to the fiscus owing to long overdue customs duty decision-making, while also having more far-reaching... 


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Sanral-led programme aims to put an end to potholes in six months
8th August 2022 By: Darren Parker

Following the August 7 launch of the South African National Roads Agency Limited- (Sanral-) led Vala Zonke programme, which aims to tackle the thousands of potholes on roads across the country,... 


Soil compactor offers high value with efficiency
5th August 2022

One of South Africa’s largest compaction machine suppliers ELB Equipment offers clients the Ammann ARS 122 soil compactor, which is an industry leader in compaction efficiency. “The Ammann ARS 122... 


Increased import duties will help local industry compete against dumped goods – SATMC
29th July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Industry association the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) says more than 70% of tyres sold by its members are produced in South Africa. It further notes that its application to... 


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Retailer’s last-mile deliveries to be made by solar-charged electric panel vans
29th July 2022 By: Irma Venter

Retailer Woolworths in June announced that it will start rolling out electric panel vans (EPVs) in partnership with logistics group DSV and mobility specialist Everlectric to deliver its customers’... 


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Retailer’s last-mile deliveries to be made by solar-charged electric panel vans
29th July 2022 By: Irma Venter

Retailer Woolworths in June announced that it will start rolling out electric panel vans (EPVs) in partnership with logistics group DSV and mobility specialist Everlectric to deliver its customers’... 


Associations worry import tariff increases will add to rising transport costs
26th July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The road transport and freight industries, as well as the Tyre Importers Association of South Africa (Tiasa), are opposing an application brought to the International Trade Administration... 


Tshwane University of Technology Solar Team and their winning solar vehicle
TUT team wins South Africa’s first closed-track solar vehicle challenge
22nd July 2022 By: Darren Parker

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Solar Team were declared the winners of the first ever Ilanga Cup Solar Challenge, which took place at the 4.2-km-long Red Star Raceway, in Delmas, on... 


Volkswagen unveils new made-in-SA Amarok bakkie
22nd July 2022 By: Irma Venter

Volkswagen has lifted the veil on its new Amarok bakkie, set to replace the current Amarok after 12 years in the marketplace, early next year. The current Amarok was launched in South Africa in... 


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The real value comes from measuring the increases in mine production and reduced downtime when using a Bridgestone product
Demand outstrips tyre supply
15th July 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

The African mining market’s demand for tyre solutions provider Bridgestone Southern Africa’s product has increased substantially and is exceeding supply, owing to global tyre supply constraints,... 


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Proactive maintenance ensures max efficiency
15th July 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

With about 45% to 60% of the repair and maintenance costs associated with a tracked machine involving the undercarriage, an effective preventative maintenance programme is essential to ensure... 


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Poor road conditions, truck shortage boosting Serco’s repair business
14th July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Truck bodies and trailers manufacturing company Serco says the poor condition of some roads in South Africa, as well as a shortage of new trucks, is boosting its repair business. "The damage... 


Premier African Minerals plans lithium shipments to China by March 2023
11th July 2022 By: Reuters

Premier African Minerals will start shipping spodumene concentrate from its Zulu lithium mine in Zimbabwe to China by March 2023 after signing an offtake deal with Suzhou TA&A Ultra Clean... 


‘Calls for petrol price deregulation uninformed’
8th July 2022 By: Irma Venter

Increasing calls from the public for the petrol price to be deregulated speak of ignorance, warns Fuel Retailers Association (FRA) CEO Reggie Sibiya. “As fuel prices continue to rise, there is... 


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Volkswagen reveals its new made-in-South-Africa Amarok
7th July 2022 By: Irma Venter

Volkswagen on Thursday lifted the veil on its new Amarok bakkie, set to replace the current Amarok after 12 years in the marketplace early next year. The current Amarok was launched in South Africa... 


Bridgestone Southern Africa mining services executive manager Carl Martins
Bridgestone Southern Africa appoints Carl Martins as mining services executive manager
6th July 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Tyre and mobility multinational Bridgestone Southern Africa has appointed Carl Martins as Mining Services executive manager with effect from July 1. His priority will be to ensure Bridgestone... 


AfriSam's composite cements lead in sustainability drive
21st June 2022

Leading the market in reducing clinker content in its composite cements, AfriSam has been a trailblazer in cutting carbon emissions in one of the economy’s most energy-intensive sectors. Hannes... 


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Calls for petrol price deregulation display lack of knowledge – FRA
17th June 2022 By: Irma Venter

Increasing calls from the public for the petrol price to be deregulated speak of ignorance, warns Fuel Retailers Association (FRA) CEO Reggie Sibiya. “As fuel prices continue to rise, there is... 


So you bought your first EV? Now, how do you look after it?
17th June 2022 By: Irma Venter

The continuing global mobility move away from fossil fuels means that more of us will drive battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sooner than we probably may imagine. Experts have spoken about... 


Local youth programme gets global stamp of approval
15th June 2022

As South Africa marks Youth Day, a ground-breaking programme working with high-school learners across the country has been honoured by the World Economic Forum.  The Primestars Step Up 2 a Green... 


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Resources Watch
15th June 2022

This week: Circular economy prompting steel, oil, carbon recovery from end-of-life mine truck tyres; Increased efficiency cuts carbon, advances net-zero path, research finds; and, JSE recounts... 


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Circular economy prompting steel, oil, carbon recovery from end-of-life mine truck tyres
6th June 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Highest and best use of ultra-large end-of-life mine truck tyres is being brought about by a change to the model in which resources are mined, made into products, and then become waste. Just one of... 


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The Dunlop Sure Truck Tyre Insurance provides fleet owners with peace of mind that s/he will be covered, should a tyre be lost for any unforeseen reason
Truck tyre insurance a local first
3rd June 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Dunlop Tyres manufacturer and distributor Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA) says it is the first tyre manufacturer in South Africa to launch truck tyre insurance. As of April, the company... 


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‘Worst first’ road repair strategy no solution amid rapid deterioration
27th May 2022 By: Irma Venter

A lack of preventive maintenance is by far the biggest contributor to the deterioration of the South African road network, says South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) engineering... 


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‘Worst first’ road repair strategy no solution amid rapid deterioration
27th May 2022 By: Irma Venter

A lack of preventive maintenance is by far the biggest contributor to the deterioration of the South African road network, says South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) engineering... 


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New tyre launched for agricultural market
26th May 2022

A new tyre developed for use in the agricultural market, is now available in Southern Africa. Firestone recently launched its new, high-performance Maxi Traction Harvest tyre. The new tyre was... 


SA vehicle, component exports rose 18.1% to R207.5bn in 2021
20th May 2022 By: Irma Venter

The value of new-vehicle and automotive component exports from South Africa increased by R31.8-billion, or 18.1%, to a record R207.5-billion in 2021, up from R175.7-billion in 2020. Last year’s... 


Bridgestone enters South African agricultural tyre market
9th May 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Auto and truck parts manufacturer Bridgestone has launched its range of ultra-high-performance tyres designed for South Africa’s agricultural sector. Bridgestone Southern Africa agriculture manager... 


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2021 saw several new export records, soaring imports from India – Naamsa
6th May 2022 By: Irma Venter

The value of new-vehicle and automotive component exports from South Africa increased by R31.8-billion, or 18.1%, to a record R207.5-billion in 2021, up from R175.7-billion in 2020. Last year’s... 


You can be the next forklift champion!
6th May 2022

In an effort to promote the importance of Forklift Operation and operators in the Supply chain and Logistics industry, Lifting Africa and LEEASA (Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of SA) is... 


Titan Global Wheel and Goodyear Agricultural go ‘off the road’ to Nampo
4th May 2022

At this year’s Nampo Harvest Festival, Titan Global Wheel will demonstrate an exciting range of Goodyear Agricultural tyres for farmers that reduce both ground pressure and tyre maintenance. Having... 


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Artificial intelligence for South African consumers
22nd April 2022

A number of new artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) innovations have recently been launched in South Africa. Products unveiled by Hong Kong-based consumer electronics and smart manufacturing... 


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So you bought your first EV – how do you now look after it?
22nd April 2022 By: Irma Venter

The continuing global mobility movement away from fossil fuels means that more of us will drive battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sooner than we probably may imagine. Experts have spoken about... 


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Indaba’s ESG focus resonates with tyre recycler
22nd April 2022

The main theme of the Investing in African Mining Indaba – to be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from May 9 to 12 – is environmental, social and governance (ESG), which... 


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