Tyre industry intelligence, market reporting, and editorial analysis — curated for Southern African professionals.
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 […]
Continental has once again confirmed its leading position in independent tyre tests for the 2025 summer season. Of the comparative tests published thus far, the premium brand’s summer tires have taken first place ten times and second place four times. Continental is thus continuing its successful streak of recent years. The SportContact 7 has been in the […]
The company also reported profits dropped by 3.2% year over year due to one-time costs tied to acquiring and integrating Goodyear’s OTR business. Yokohama Rubber reported its business and financial results for Q1 2025, covering January to March. The company increased sales revenue by 9.0% over the same period last year, reaching ¥275.1 billion (approx. $1.8 […]
ZC Rubber has officially gone public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange under the stock code 603049. The ZC Rubber Initial Public Offering (IPO) involved the issuance of 87.45 million shares at RMB 46.50 ($6.48) per share, opening with a market capitalization exceeding RMB 45 billion (approx. $6 billion). “This IPO marks a new chapter in ZC Rubber’s journey. […]
There’s something magical about the sound of a race car engine roaring to life – especially when it’s the sound of a legacy being passed down from father to child. This Father’s Day, the story of Formula Vee South Africa – a grassroots motorsport category – is being celebrated for tradition, connection, and family – […]