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33 children took part in the exclusive two-hour training session that featured coaches and staff from Manchester United. Apollo Tyres recently hosted a “Soccer School” in Hungary through a partnership with Manchester United. The event welcomed children of Apollo Tyres employees to a session near the company’s Gyöngyöshalász plant. The Apollo Tyres Soccer School offered a rare […]
Australia’s leading mobile tyre brand, Mobile Tyre Shop will take the next step in its national expansion strategy with a major investment from Sailun International Holding (Singapore) PTE LTD, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shanghai-listed Sailun Group Co. LTD. The global tyre giant has invested AUD 5 million (approximately RMB 23.285 million) to subscribe for […]
Apollo Tyres has achieved a Gold Rating from EcoVadis, placing the company among the top 5% of businesses worldwide for sustainability practices. The EcoVadis assessment evaluates environmental impact, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. The Apollo Tyres EcoVadis Gold rating reflects substantial improvements in all these areas, the company said. Apollo’s overall performance climbed to […]
Hofmann said its geoliner 678 Imaging Wheel Aligner with the Hofmann 15K Four-Post Lift delivers alignment precision and lifting capability. Hofmann, a provider of equipment for alignment, wheel balancing and tire changing, will pair the Hofmann geoliner 678 Imaging Wheel Aligner with the Hofmann 15K Four-Post Lift. The company said the pair will boost alignment precision and lifting […]
If, like me, you’ve been wondering whether the waste tyre saga in South Africa will ever be resolved, you may want to check out our feature story on page 6. SA TREADS recently attended a TEPA Workshop dedicated to this matter. The event was attended by the Waste Bureau and a host of dealers from […]
With the winter school holidays just around the corner, Tiger Wheel & Tyre is inviting families across South Africa and Botswana to hit the road safely, and in style, with the launch of its Ready. Set. GO winter campaign. Running from 23 June to 9 August 2025, the campaign rewards you with a limited-edition LEGO® […]
Yokohama Rubber collaborating with Anlu authorities to target illegal manufacturers. The Yokohama counterfeit wheel crackdown in China has led to the successful removal of unauthorized ADVAN Racing aluminum wheels, the company said. Yokohama Rubber filed an administrative complaint with authorities in Anlu City, Hubei Province, targeting a local manufacturer producing fake versions of its premium aluminum wheels. Authorities acted […]
Continental is integrating even more renewable and recycled materials into its tyre production. While their share averaged 26 percent in 2024, the tyre manufacturer expects this figure to increase by two to three percentage points in 2025. This increase is due to the use of synthetic rubber obtained from renewable or circular oil, polyester made […]
World consumption of tyre raw materials will reach 57.2 million tons in 2025, according to new research from Smithers, the global authority on the tyre industry. The new Smithers market report – The Future of Tire Raw Materials to 2030 – forecasts volume demand will increase at a 3.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), to […]
Michelin has recently introduced its all-new X® Works Z2 and D2 tyre ranges which deliver increased fuel savings, longer tyre life and improved durability for the construction industry. Through a series of technical innovations that optimize profitability and promote vehicle fleets ecological transition in both the construction and waste management sectors. The Michelin Works® Z2 […]
Yokohama Tire has announced the launch of its new 116R Regional All-Position Steer tyre which has been produced at the company’s manufacturing plant in Mississippi, USA and is now available in three initial size options – 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5 and 11R24.5 incorporating a seven-year unlimited retread casing warranty. Tom Clauer, Senior Manager of Commercial product planning […]
Michelin is pleased to announce that, from 2027 until the end of the 2031 season, it will become the exclusive tyre supplier for all categories of the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK). This commitment marks a new strategic step for the Group, confirming its global presence in motorcycle racing, following its successes in MotoGP and […]