South Africa's automotive aftermarket is entering a period of mounting complexity, driven by shifting technology, evolving consumer expectations and a wave of new entrants disrupting traditional business models.
Read the briefing ↗A faithful transcription of the SA Treads Aug/Sept 2026 feature on informal second-hand tyre trading, its safety and industry risks, and the need for level playing fields.
Read the briefing ↗Automotive aftermarket buyers, workshop owners, and fleet operators from across Southern Africa are gearing up for the continent’s premier automotive trade event: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026.
Read the briefing ↗South Africa's automotive aftermarket is entering a period of mounting complexity, driven by shifting technology, evolving consumer expectations and a wave of new entrants disrupting traditional business models.
Read the briefing ↗Dunlop Tyres SA Marks Completion of R1.7 Billion uMnambithi Investment · R1.7 billion investment completed, bringing the latest global tyre manufacturing technology to Dunlop Tyres South Africa's uMnambithi…
Read the briefing ↗With the new Grabber Cross A/S, General Tire is launching a versatile and capable new all-season tyre within its proven and trusted Grabber range. The Grabber Cross A/S combines safe and competent on-road driving with confidence-inspiring gravel and off-road capability. Under the motto “Fast roads, tough trails”, the robust new tyre offers good handling on […]
Read the briefing ↗In the previous edition, we explored the challenges facing South Africa’s remaining tyre manufacturers and their call for stronger protection against unfair imports. Now, the Tyre Importers Association of South Africa (TIASA) offers its perspective. While agreeing that illicit trade is harming the industry, TIASA argues that the real issue is not anti-dumping duties, but […]
Read the briefing ↗Twenty-One Brands, Sixty Pit Doors, and Unmissable Driving Experiences set the Stage for the 9th Edition of Festival of Motoring powered by WesBank With just two months to go until the green light, the 9th edition of the Festival of Motoring powered by WesBank is gearing up for one of its most ambitious yet. Returning […]
Read the briefing ↗Among the various long-term issues needing to be addressed within the South African tyre industry, illicit trade and its detrimental effects across every industry sector – not to mention the consumer – remains the most critical. Unfortunately, a handful of ‘bad eggs’ who refuse to play by the rules and are determined to bypass the […]
Read the briefing ↗South Africa’s automotive aftermarket, especially the tyres, parts and equipment sector, is evolving rapidly. New entrants, alternative supply chains and price-sensitive consumers are reshaping the market. This is positive, but it also highlights a reality the sector can no longer ignore: growth without compliance carries real consequences. Compliant businesses feel those consequences daily. Accredited dealers […]
Read the briefing ↗TiAuto Investments, one of Southern Africa’s leading automotive retail and services groups, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to partner with Marubeni Corporation, a global trading and investment company headquartered in Japan. The transaction marks a significant milestone in TiAuto’s nearly 60-year history and positions the business for its next phase of […]
Read the briefing ↗Is the system failing local producers? The closure of the Goodyear Kariega plant in Uitenhage last year that resulted in more than 900 job losses, was met with profound shock. No one expected the closure of a manufacturing icon that had operated in South Africa for more than 70 years. Sadly, Goodyear is not an […]
Read the briefing ↗NDUDUZO CHALA ON WHY EVEN PLAYING FIELD REMAINS INEQUITABLE When anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports became effective in 2023, the local tyre makers had hoped their implementation would make for a more even playing field. But just how effective did this protection measure prove to be? And what other factors may be threatening their survival? […]
Read the briefing ↗As South Africa marks Disability Awareness Month (3 November – 3 December), the Tyre, Equipment, Parts Association (TEPA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) is proud to highlight how one of its members is putting inclusion into practice – not just through words, but through action. At Super Tyres, inclusion is more […]
Read the briefing ↗Dunlop Tyres SA is proud to announce the appointment of Marcia Noxolo Veronica Mayaba as its Commercial Director, effective November 2025. Her portfolio encompasses, Sales, Retail, Marketing and Technical Services. A respected and purpose-driven leader, Mayaba brings decades of experience across the automotive value chain and a proven track record of building high-performance, people-centred teams. […]
Read the briefing ↗Continental Tyre South Africa has joined forces with Mercedes-Benz South Africa as its tyre partner for the AMG Experience, which is based at Zwartkops Raceway near Pretoria. This partnership sees Continental’s SportContact 7 ultra high-performance (UHP) tyre fitted across the fleet of Mercedes-AMG models that are used for driver training, delivering exceptional driving precision and […]
Read the briefing ↗The milestone 10th edition of Automechanika Johannesburg, held from 28 to 30 October, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and automotive specialists to its new venue, Gallagher Convention Centre, to explore the future of South Africa’s automotive aftermarket sector. Connecting the market, driving export opportunities The event attracted 307 exhibitors and facilitated 2,959 business matchmaking meetings, […]
Read the briefing ↗Bandag Southern Africa recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, having gained home rule from Bandag Incorporated (a USA company, founded in 1957) in 2004, operating as an independent entity since then. Bandag has been operating in South Africa since 1965 marking another milestone for the organisation – its 60th anniversary. Having defied immense odds amid a […]
Read the briefing ↗Bridgestone South Africa has announced the local production of its premium all-terrain tyre, the Dueler A/T002, at its manufacturing facility in Brits, North West. First launched in Europe in 2023, the Dueler A/T002 is now being produced locally for the first time, making it more accessible to South African drivers while supporting the country’s automotive localisation […]
Read the briefing ↗With sustainability and protecting the environment uppermost in everyone’s mind, the focus in this issue, is on retreading – which despite experiencing a steady decline over the last decade – remains an important cost-effective way for transport fleets to reduce operating costs, while also doing their bit for the environment. Table of Contents Download here
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