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Dunlop seeks 48 township entrepreneurs to apply for business-in-a-box concept 
18th January 2023 By: Irma Venter

Tyre manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA) is on the hunt for 48 township entrepreneurs who could qualify for startup support to run their own local tyre centres. SRSA is manufacturer of... 


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Maintaining loader bucket strength and longevity 
11th December 2022

Highly abrasive conditions on mining sites can lead to rapid wear and tear of equipment. Worn loader buckets can be particularly costly, reducing loading capacity by up to 20% compared to new... 


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Company invests in ‘state-of-the-art’ factory
25th November 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), part of global tyre and rubber company Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has invested more than R2.1-billion in a “state-of-the-art”, purpose-built 180 000 m2 truck,... 


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Company strives for sustainability
25th November 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Local tyre manufacturer Bridgestone South Africa is working to decarbonise its energy sources and reduce its manufacturing carbon footprint by 50% by 2027. “We use raw materials that are produced... 


Michelin unveils ground-breaking entry-level 4IR technology solution
Michelin unveils ground-breaking entry-level 4IR technology solution
24th November 2022

It’s now possible for small-to-medium-sized surface mining operations to capitalise on the benefits of digital technology. Michelin has just introduced an entry-level version of its tyre pressure... 


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Bridgestone expands locally produced range with new bus, truck tyres
8th November 2022 By: Irma Venter

Bridgestone Southern Africa says that its Firestone FD833 and FS833 truck and bus radial tyres that were previously imported, are now fully manufactured at its plant in Brits, in the North West.... 


Get a grip on what your car needs to navigate wet weather
4th November 2022

While good for gardens and reservoirs, the first rains after a dry spell can be hazardous for motorists, warns the Tyres Equipment Parts Association (TEPA), a proud association of the Retail Motor... 


Poorly maintained roads, rail impact costs of goods
14th October 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Badly maintained roads results in the increased cost of logistics which is exacerbated by the unreliable railway system, which results in an increase of cargo transported by road. This cost is then... 


Automobile Association denounces new tyre duties as ‘a major blow’ to road safety
7th October 2022 By: Irma Venter

The higher excise duties to be provisionally levied on tyres imported into South Africa from China “is a major blow” to road safety in the country and should be reversed immediately, says the... 


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SVI launches six-wheeled armoured Land Cruiser concept at AAD
26th September 2022 By: Donna Slater

Armoured products specialist manufacturer SVI Engineering launched a newly designed concept version of its MAX 3-series of vehicles – the three axle, six-wheeled armoured Toyota Land Cruiser MAX 3... 


Lots to see, learn and do at Mega-T – trailer, transport and trucking expo
22nd September 2022

With exhibition space filling up quickly and lots of outdoor activities being added to the programme, the inaugural Mega-T Expo looks set to delight and excite both exhibitors and visitors to the... 


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New tyre duties a blow to road safety – AA
21st September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The higher excise duties to be provisionally levied on tyres imported to South Africa from China “is a major blow” to road safety in the country and should be reversed immediately, says the... 


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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