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Southern Africa01Automotive aftermarket buyers, workshop owners, and fleet operators from across Southern Africa are gearing up for the continent’s premier automotive trade event: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026.
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International02Nokian Tyres introduces the new Nokian Tyres Powerproof E, a premium summer tire developed for the needs of modern drivers in Central and Southern Europe. The tire's key achievement is its A-class rating in all three EU tire label categories: rolling resistance, wet grip and external rolling noise, across the entire product range.
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Southern Africa03South 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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International04How connected fleet platforms can make tyre management more proactive and support higher vehicle uptime.
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International05An explainer on how trade investigations can reshape truck tyre pricing, sourcing and supply planning.
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International06What Continental's solid tyre manufacturing shift means for industrial users and tyre-market resilience.
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PLATFORM VISION · 2026