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It is with great regret that TrenTyre, a long standing multi-branded tyre service provider in South Africa, announced on 19 August that they are commencing a Section 189 process. “”We will embark on a thorough and transparent consultative process with all employees to attempt to reach an agreement between all parties, ” said the company. […]
Dunlop Tyres South Africa is a proud sponsor of the largest industry-supported auto show on the continent – the Festival of Motoring (FOM) 2022, taking place at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 26-28 August. The motoring event brings together key industry players, motoring enthusiasts and the general public in a three-day motor extravaganza featuring […]
With the Festival of Motoring around the corner, here is a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you at the Festival! This year, visitors will see the pinnacle of motorsport with demonstration laps of the Cosworth-powered Minardi F1 M189, the Ferrari A1 GP Car, Renault 3.5, and the Pilbeam MP58 with the infinite Indy Engine. Where:Main […]
Moeng takes over manufacturing operations of Continental Tyre SA plant in Gqeberha after joining the company in 2016, served as Deputy Plant Manager from August 2021Focus on technology, quality, product range and sustainability are the key objectives for Moeng and his teamContinental Tyre SA plant in Gqeberha is the German company’s only manufacturing plant in […]
Mastering complex technology, driving digitalization and becoming more sustainable, according to Continental, are the topics on which it will focus for its workshop and aftermarket partners at this year’s Automechanika in Frankfurt. The company will present solutions at the international aftermarket trade show – including SINDRI, the new, digital, direct vehicle acceptance tool for workshops, the virtual repair […]
Tighter control on costs and timely pricing actions helped tide over continued increase in raw material prices Aug 12, 2022: The Board of Directors of Apollo Tyres Ltd today approved the company’s unaudited results for the 1st quarter of the financial year 2022-23. For the quarter ended June 30, 2022 Apollo Tyres Ltd, on a […]
After four long years, Techno Marketing Group (TMG) is finally able to showcase their growing developments towards the market on Automechanika 2022 (13th to 17th September, Frankfurt, DE). TMG offers a preview of the new Winntec additions (available in est. Q4 of 2022) and the newest further improved ecube GEN 4. Taking centre stage on […]
After resuming their continuous trade show appearances during the course of this year. Netherlands based and leading international manufacturer and supplier of OTR and mining tyres – Magna Tyres will be finalising their exhibitor programme at Bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany from the 24th to 30th October. One of the largest and most popular events […]
John Bean has released its new 15k Four-Post Open Front Alignment Lift. Designed for big jobs, the John Bean 15k Four-Post Alignment Lift has open-front columns, 26-in. runways and integrated 100-in.-long rear slip plates. The lift can accommodate heavy-duty, dual-rear-wheel trucks, while also being suited to accommodate standard, four-wheel alignments on passenger vehicles, the company says. Available […]
Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) has announced a collaboration with Microsoft to use Microsoft Azure to accelerate development and go-to-market strategies in support of Bridgestone’s digital transformation and sustainable solutions portfolio. “Since our first collaboration announcement in 2020, Microsoft has been a valuable partner in both our European and Americas markets,” said Paolo Ferrari, Joint Global Chief […]
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has reported results for the second quarter of 2022. “Our second quarter and first half sales were the highest in a decade, reflecting the recent addition of Cooper Tire, the benefit of strong pricing actions across many of our key markets, and volume growth,” said Richard J. Kramer, chairman, […]
Massimo De Alessandri, the long-time CEO of Marangoni who ended his 30-year career in 2017, has passed away. He was 58. During this time, he was also chairman of Marangoni Group subsidiaries such as Eurorubber (2011-2016), Pneusmarket (2001-2016) and Marangoni Tread (2003-2009), managing director of Marangoni Tyre (2004-2017) and director of Marangoni Meccanica (2008-2017). n addition to […]