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This product will cater to 80% of the SCV bias market in India Apollo Tyres Ltd, has introduced ‘Bhim’ range of bias tyres for small commercial vehicles (SCVs). Due to its high load carrying capacity, which is the primary requirement of the customers in this product category, the company has positioned this as ‘Loading ka […]
Automechanika Johannesburg offers a new digital format for the international audience with a focus on industry and trade. Under the motto ‘Let’s talk Business’, this includes a series of panel discussions on current topics presented by key players in the industry, associations, and other stakeholders. Automechanika Johannesburg is proud to announce its involvement in the […]
As part of Tyres & More endeavour to give back, they have announced a special Spring Promotion throughout their stores.. “What better way to show gratitude than with great prices and professional services,” claims the brand’s Marketing Executive, Farishta Singh. As we watch the season transform, and while preparing for the warmer weather and rain […]
Company releases its first natural rubber policy document Apollo Tyres Ltd, has released its first natural rubber policy document that is fully aligned with the policy framework of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), and is amongst the first few companies to do so. Supplementary to the Apollo Partnership Pact (APP), the Apollo […]
In August, Tarsus Southeast Asia – organisers of the forthcoming Tyrexpo Asia 2021 Show in Singapore announced that because of the ongoing global travel restrictions in view of the COVID-19 situation, the show would become a Hybrid exhibition with innovative digital elements working alongside the three day ‘live’ event. However, with the latest updates from […]
As South Africans observe Heritage Month in September, Dunlop, one of the most iconic and recognisable tyre brands in the world, is reflecting on its history as the country’s oldest tyre brand and longest serving tyre manufacturer on South African soil. Eight years after John Boyd Dunlop’s invention of the first practical pneumatic tyre […]
Bridgestone’s flagship factory on the African continent a well-oiled, world-class machine under new leadership Plant Manager at the Brits manufacturing plant for premium tyre maker Bridgestone Southern Africa (BSAF), Dries Lottering is determined to boost profitability, while delivering long-term value to customers through operational efficiencies and collaboration. Since taking up the reigns at Brits in […]
At a digital event in the run-up to the recent Extreme E race in Greenland, Continental gave an overview of its commitment to the Extreme E series as well as the current sustainability projects of the Tires business area. “We have been investing in research and development for many years to drive innovative technologies, alternative […]
New market research shows the sale of alternative power vehicles could reach 45% of all U.S. light vehicle sales by 2035. Sales of alternative power vehicles, while representing just 5% of all U.S. light vehicle sales today, are expected to reach 45% by 2035, according to new SEMA market research. Eighteen of the top 20 […]
The Recircle Awards 2022 are now accepting your nominations! Feel free to submit your suggestions. 2022: Awards Categories Best Tread Rubber Supplier Best Retreading Equipment Supplier Best Tyre Recycling Industry Supplier Best Tyre Derived Recycled Product Best Retreading Accessory and Consumables Supplier Circular Economy Award Best Tyre Recycling Research Project Employee of the Year Best […]
The sports utility vehicle (SUV) and pure off-road vehicle segments have been growing in popularity for years, particularly in outdoor-oriented South Africa where leisure and adventure activities abound thanks to the wide-open spaces and favourable climate. All these vehicles are characterised by their comparatively high ground clearance, and generally have a permanent or switchable four-wheel […]
Bags the National Intellectual Property Award for the year 2020 Apollo Tyres, the leading Indian tyre maker, won the National Intellectual Property Award for the year 2020 in the category of ‘Top Indian Company/ Organisation for Designs & Commercialisation’. In a recently held virtual award ceremony, jointly organised by the Indian Intellectual Property Office and […]