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Southern Africa01naamsa reports 61,645 domestic new-vehicle sales in September 2026, up 12.7%. This is vehicle-market data, not a measurement of tyre demand.
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Southern Africa02South 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.
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International03The launch of the VT290 reinforces Vipal’s ongoing commitment to offering technologically advanced solutions suited to the specific characteristics of European roads and climate.
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News04More than 650 new ultra-high-performance (UHP) tyre sizes to be added by the end of 2027
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Southern Africa05A 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.
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International06Nokian Tyres’ revolutionary studded winter tire, the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta® 01, is now available for purchase in tire shops around the world.
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PLATFORM VISION · 2026