This edition focuses on critical issues impacting the tyre industry, such as the growing skills shortage and TEPA’s training initiatives aimed at closing the gap. We also explore the Prometeon range tailored for Africa, and an industry-wide call for unity to address anti-dumping duties and foster sustainability.
Other highlights include Michelin’s Transport Month initiatives, Dunlop’s customer excellence accolades, and a sneak peek into new global tyre technology and investments.
Stay informed on how these updates shape the future of the industry. Dive into the full stories here:
Contents:
Interview
- Skills Shortage Poses Threat to Industry: TEPA’s Angie Frederic Outlines New Training Goals – Page 2
Feature
- Call For a Unified Industry Association: A Path to Fair Competition and Growth – Page 6
New Product
- More Than a Distributor! Stamford Tyres SA Evolves Into a Solutions-Provider With Premium Prometeon Truck and Bus Range – Page 10
Local News
- Dunlop Tyres SA Partners With The Road Freight SME Summit: Driving Growth and Sustainability – Page 14
- Michelin Connected Fleet and RTMS: Hosting Transport Month Power Brunch on Trailer Management Solutions and Compliance – Page 15
- Dunlop Wins Rested Ask Orange Index® Award: Reinforcing Commitment to Customer Excellence – Page 16
World News – Global
- Recircle Awards 2025 Evolves: Driving Inclusivity – Page 18
World News – Europe
- Nokian Tyres Signs Development Agreement: Aiming to Add Renewable Material Made From Residue Birch Bark to Tyres – Page 20
- ETM Awards 2024: Continental Tops Readers’ Poll in the Commercial Vehicle Tyres Category – Page 22
- Bandag Europe to Close Belgian Retread Production Plant: Set for 2025 – Page 23
- Nokian Tyres Inaugurates Its Passenger Car Tyre Factory in Oradea, Romania: The World’s First Full-Scale Zero CO2 Emission Tyre Factory – Page 24
Retreading
- Choose With Confidence – Page 25
World News – Asia
- Hankook Tire Ion Evo Named WhatTyre Tyre of the Year 2024 – Page 26
- Bridgestone Announces ¥25 Billion Strategic Investment at Kitakyushu Plant: Focused on Mining and Construction Vehicle Tires – Page 26
World News – USA
- Bridgestone Extends Firestone and IndyCar Partnership: Renewed for Five More Years – Page 28
