INTERNATIONAL · South Africa
Volkswagen Concept Vehicle Mission Efficiency Sets World Record on Continental Tyres
Record-breaking drive from Wolfsburg to Vienna: consumption of just 7.51 kWh per 100 km including charging losses
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SA Auto Week 2026: three questions for the tyre value chain
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September vehicle sales rise 12.7%: what SA tyre dealers ...
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SA tyre recycling debate puts collection, processing and funding under scrutiny
SATMC questions recycling outcomes; the department reports collections and processing figures in a new Sunday Times report.
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Tyre levy: SARS confirms 23 October deadline for the September quarter
The SARS calendar sets 23 October 2026 as the submission and payment date for the July–September tyre-levy period. Here is what relevant licensees should check.
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Blackstone seeks Southern African distributors ahead of Automechanika Johannesburg
Blackstone Rubber says it plans to meet potential distribution partners at the October trade fair, with OTR repair materials at the centre of its offering.
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Bridgestone unveils POTENZA GEN4 tyres for Formula E’s next era
Bridgestone will supply Formula E from 2026/27. The GEN4 tyre announcement is an international technology story, not a confirmed South African product launch.
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SA Auto Week 2026: three questions for the tyre value chain
SA Auto Week is scheduled for 13–16 October 2026 in Durban. This preview sets out editorial questions; it does not announce new tyre investments.
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