Dunlop Tyres SA is proud to announce its partnership with specialised and advanced driver training programmes provider, MasterDrive, for The African Road Safety Summit, taking place on 31 October 2024, and the 2024 MasterDrive Fleet Safety Awards on 20 November 2024. 31 Oct 2024 Read more In just a few weeks the final bell of term four will ring, not just for the holiday season for Ithubelihle Special Opportunity School in uMnambithi (formerly known as Ladysmith) but for the start of an exciting new school year bolstered by the construction of a much-needed new classroom block by Dunlop Tyres SA. 21 Oct 2024 Read more Dunlop Tyres SA is proud to announce its strategic partnership with the second Annual Road Freight SME Summit, reaffirming its commitment to empowering local businesses. 8 Oct 2024 Read more Dunlop Tyres SA launched its latest tyre innovation, the Dunlop SP Touring R1 L tyres into the local and African passenger tyre market. This new-generation tyre for 15-inch tyres and below, is specially manufactured in South Africa to meet the unique demands of local road conditions. 30 Sep 2024 Read more Dunlop Tyres South Africa celebrates being named the Industry winner of the Vehicle Consumables category in the respected 2024/25 Ask Afrika Orange Index®. This special award is a testament to Dunlop's dedication to delivering outstanding customer service and customer experiences. 26 Sep 2024 Read more As the school holidays start this week and Heritage Day is around the corner, many South Africans will use this opportunity for a mini-break of fun road trips and family get-togethers. With more of us hitting the road during this time, Dunlop Tyres SA urges drivers to inspect their vehicles, particularly the condition of their tyres. 20 Sep 2024 Read more Well-known local adventurer Bryn Roberts has set off on an epic solo adventure bike ride from Durban’s sunny coast to the mighty Congo River. On his trusty KTM 1090 adventure bike and his camping gear strapped tight, Roberts will rely on Dunlop's TrailMax Mission-sponsored tyres to traverse the wide-open 5,000-kilometre roads and trails on his journey. 13 Aug 2024 Read more Imagine being under 122cm tall, stepping up from karting into mainstream circuit racing, and becoming one of the youngest drivers in South Africa at the Volkswagen Rookie Cup, all before your 14th birthday. This is exactly what Gqeberha-born karting champion Joshua Moore has achieved, and he’s just getting started… 8 Aug 2024 Read more As large parts of South Africa remain in the tight grip of several cold fronts – bringing torrential rain, damaging winds, icy conditions and disruptive snowfall that’s led to the weather service issuing flooding warnings – drivers are forced to navigate wet roads and unfamiliar conditions as they get to work, school and home. 10 Jul 2024 Read more With the school mid-year break upon us, your vehicle may take on extra duty for road trips, play dates and fun days out.
Before heading out, take time to prepare your vehicle and fit the right tyre profile, tailored to both your vehicle and your type of driving, to significantly enhance your vehicle’s performance, handling, ride comfort, fuel efficiency, and overall safety on the road. 1 Jul 2024 Read more Rising star 16-year-old Dhivyen Naidoo from Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, is carving a name for himself in the motorsport industry. He started go-karting at age six, earned his KZN colours at age 11 and became the youngest of four racers to represent South Africa at the FIA Motorsport Games in France at age 14. He is now thriving in his second season in the Dunlop-sponsored Volkswagen Rookie Cup. 1 Jul 2024 Read more In celebration of Youth Month, 60 Grade 9 learners from Colenso Combined School were led on a fascinating journey into the world of tyre manufacturing at Sumitomo Rubber South Africa’s (SRSA) Dunlop Tyres plant in Ladysmith. The educational tour, arranged by SRSA as part of its Factory Tour Programme for local schools, provided learners with a firsthand glimpse into the science and technology behind these essential vehicle components responsible for keeping vehicles and millions of South Africans safe on our roads. 21 Jun 2024 Read more There appears to be no age barrier when it comes to the love of racing because at 18 months old, well before she could speak, Chloe Stuart was drifting in the battery-operated car her parents bought her. At age 7, she moved onto quad biking and vocalised her dream of wanting to race. Her dad, Barry Stuart, a former endurance kart racer, bought her her first kart and she’s never looked back ever since. Today, at age 14, and celebrating her 15th birthday on 7 June, Chloe is the youngest female competitor on the Regional Tour this year. 10 Jun 2024 Read more Dunlop Tyres’ entrepreneurship booster programme – Business in a Box (BIBs) – has been selected as a strategic employment initiative by the KwaZulu-Natal Premier’s Office under the Youth Development Fund. 17 young entrepreneurs, after a rigorous selection process, have benefited from the partnership to own a Dunlop Business in a Box tyre fitment facility. The partnership aims to provide entrepreneurship opportunities to the youth, equip them with the tools and guidance to sustain a business, and contribute to job creation. 2 May 2024 Read more South Africans break for the long weekend this week, and popular regions such as Durban and Cape Town will see a peak in high traffic volumes. This long weekend, Dunlop Tyres SA urges drivers to be responsible on the road, with a few basic road safety practices. 28 Mar 2024 Read more Grade 11 learner Anthony Pretorius grew up around the racetrack, so it’s no surprise that at 17 years old, he’s already taken to the steering wheel. On the road to wrapping up his schooling career next year, Pretorius’ dreams of pursuing racing are within his reach, with his latest achievement as the youngest driver in the newly rebranded South African Touring Cars series. 14 Mar 2024 Read more Backed by a product line of ultra-high-performance tyres, Dunlop Tyres SA is excited to announce its sponsorship of one of South Africa’s fastest and most exhilarating circuit motor racing categories - the high-octane Extreme SuperCars racing series at the National Extreme Festival. 1 Mar 2024 Read more As part of their joint Treads on Track road safety initiative launched last year, the Road Accident Fund (RAF), in partnership with the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC), hosted a tyre safety awareness workshop for traffic and road safety officers in Polokwane on Thursday, 8 February 2024. During the session, the RAF and SATMC enhanced the knowledge of traffic and road safety officers through practical demonstrations aimed at improving tyre safety amongst motorists. The tyre safety awareness workshop was followed by a roadblock on Friday, 09 February 2024, during which the traffic officers applied what they had learned from the workshop. 22 Feb 2024 Read more Eight operators together with their foreman from Sumitomo Rubber South Africa's (SRSA) Dunlop Ladysmith plant have wasted no time in applying their new expertise after a six-week training programme at Sumitomo Rubber Thailand (SRT). Equipped with advanced skills to operate the Ladysmith plant's critical new 3-stage making machines, they're already leading the charge on the shop floor. 15 Feb 2024 Read more After a brief festive reprieve, motorists are in for the first fuel price hike of the year. With a long stretch of year ahead, any further fuel price increases can take its toll on transport budgets for drivers and passengers alike, but is there a way to contain the impact and manage the bill? 8 Feb 2024 Read more Sumitomo Rubber SA (SRSA), manufacturer and distributor of the iconic Dunlop tyre brand, is rolling out an AI-powered inventory management platform, with the support of software development firm Slimstock, in a move set to transform its supply chain capabilities to enhance operations, reduce waste and optimise planning. 2 Feb 2024 Read more With your accommodation, bucket list and route planned, the next step before embarking on your festive road trip this year, is to assess if you have the correct tyres fitted to your vehicle for the application, activity and terrain you’re about to tackle. This is a necessary step to help protect you and your family while you are out on the roads exploring our beautiful country. 20 Dec 2023 Read more Sumitomo Rubber Industries, the Japan-based parent company of Dunlop manufacturer, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, has announced it will release next-generation all-season tyres in late 2024 equipped with a new technology called Active Tread that can adapt to sudden changes in all weather conditions. 4 Dec 2023 Read more Leading tyre brand, Dunlop, shifts summer into gear with a challenge for all South Africans - what tyre profile do South Africans prefer most and do we love the city or the countryside more? 14 Nov 2023 Read more As part of the Dunlop Ladysmith plant's 50th anniversary celebrations in October, the tyre manufacturer announced a project to build two new classrooms, ablutions, an office and a sick bay at Ithubelihle Special Opportunity School in Leonardsville, Ladysmith. 26 Oct 2023 Read more This Transport Month and beyond, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA) is supporting a joint programme by the Road Accident Fund (RAF) and the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC), aiming to ramp up tyre safety education and enforcement across South Africa. 18 Oct 2023 Read more Every cent per kilometre that professional transport operators can save keeps their business running in a very cut-throat operating environment. But, when it comes to fleet tyre selection, focusing on short term savings instead of long-term investments can be one of your biggest mistakes. 13 Oct 2023 Read more With one-in-five vehicles on South African roads fitted with locally produced Dunlop tyres, the tyre manufacturer is forging ahead with a multi-billion-rand investment project backed by its Japan-based parent company, Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI). This is set to boost local tyre production capacity as more Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) look to domestic tyre producers to meet their vehicle specifications. 3 Oct 2023 Read more Lubin Ozoux, CEO of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), was announced the winner of the Conscious Companies Award 2023, in the Business Category. Ozoux was one of 10 visionary finalists nominated for the prestigious award that recognises conscious and ethical leadership. 8 Sep 2023 Read more Lubin Ozoux, CEO of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), has been announced as one of 10 finalists in the 2023 Conscious Companies Awards, hosted by the Conscious Companies organisation in partnership with Joe Public and Primeserv. The finalists include some of the country's top business leaders and NGOs, with winners set to be revealed at a ceremony in Johannesburg on 7 September. 5 Sep 2023 Read more Women are increasingly taking the wheel and shattering stereotypes in the traditionally male-dominated tyre retail and fitment industry. Dunlop's independent franchise programme has seen an uptick in interest from aspiring women dealers, with Katlego Khambane, Petra Els, Lorette Grobbelaar, Daisy Govender and Shahnaaz Moola among those heading up or managing successful Dunlop franchises. 30 Aug 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyres South Africa will once again feature prominently at the ultimate automotive extravaganza, the Festival of Motoring, powered by WesBank, which takes place from 25 to 27 August 2023, at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. The brand will be showcasing its extensive range including passenger car, light truck, SUV and 4x4, motorsport and motorcycle tyre products. 13 Jul 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyre's entrepreneurship booster programme - Business in a Box - is raising the bar in the taxi tyre fitment space through a unique partnership with the Dolphin Coast Taxi Association. It aims to provide taxi operators in the bustling business and residential hub of Ballito, located on the north coast of KZN, with safe and reliable tyres, as well as efficient tyre services. 12 Jul 2023 Read more Don't make the mistake of asking Formula Vee driver Theo Vermaak for a driving joke. He's got plenty to share as a show of his love for driving. But while his skill on the track has left others in his dust, his jokes, legend has it, can be found at the starting grid. What he is serious about, is steering Formula Vee to greater heights. 20 Jun 2023 Read more With a love for all things automotive inspired by movies he watched when he was a child, and having passed the Kyalami Race Track on his way to school each day, it was only time before motor racing took centre stage in Nathi Msimanga's life - and he is now literally living out his childhood dreams. 19 Jun 2023 Read more As school holidays approach, families across the country may be preparing for road trips and adventures. While it's a time filled with excitement and fun, it's crucial not to overlook the importance of tyre safety. Properly maintained tyres play a significant role in keeping you and your loved ones safe on the road. 15 Jun 2023 Read more The second-hand tyre industry in South Africa presents enormous challenges, with an estimated 63% of second-hand tyres sold in the country being illegal and unfit for road use. The local industry estimates the second-hand tyre market to comprise between 1,5 to 2 million tyres, with 750,000 to 900,000 of these being illegal and posing a threat to road safety. 12 Jun 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyres South Africa honoured its top performing independent franchise owners at the recent Dunlop Dealer of the Year 2022 Awards, which were held virtually on 28 March 2023. 18 Apr 2023 Read more With the Easter weekend approaching from Friday, 7 April to Monday, 10 April, thousands of motorists will be hitting the roads in and around South Africa, heading off on religious pilgrimages, visiting loved ones, or simply taking a well-deserved break from working life. 3 Apr 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyres South Africa renewed its partnership with the wildly popular adventure television series, Mal Kamper (Crazy Camper), which made its television debut last year and was back for a second season this year. The 13-episode Season 2 aired on kykNET (DStv channel 144), following intrepid adventurer, Dewald Visser, as he embarked on a thrilling journey through some of the most uncharted territories in South Africa. 29 Mar 2023 Read more My fellow South Africans. Are you fed up with frequent swerving around potholes and praying that your car will make it to its destination in one piece? South Africa's roads are notorious for being in declining condition, with potholes being one of the most common road hazards that drivers face. 28 Mar 2023 Read more Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd (SRSA) is set to inject new life into its Dunlop tyre manufacturing plant in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, as the production facility marks its golden anniversary this year. The company has lined up a series of exciting investments that will see the plant improve local production capacity, expand product lines and create new job opportunities. 22 Mar 2023 Read more With the motorsport racing season now well underway following the opening races of 2023 in February, Dunlop Tyres South Africa has added another major motorsport championship to its South African racing family. The brand is now the official tyre partner of the DOE Formula Vee. 17 Mar 2023 Read more This year is Dunlop Tyres South Africa's biggest track season to date, with yet another motorsport series added to its list of 2023 tyre sponsorships. Dunlop is now the official tyre partner of the Backdraft Production Series, an exhilarating race that forms part of the South African Endurance Series (SAES). 16 Mar 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyres, proudly locally manufactured by Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, is excited to announce its partnership to provide high-performance tyres for the iconic vehicles in the BMW ///M Performance Parts Race Series at this year's Regional Extreme Festival. 15 Mar 2023 Read more Sandton-born motorsport driver Keagan Masters says while he may have been 'born and raised' on the circuit, his wins are down to pure dedication to practice and preparation. 28 Feb 2023 Read more Lubin Ozoux, CEO of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd, has been appointed as the new chairperson of the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC), the representative body of the four global tyre manufacturers with manufacturing facilities in South Africa. He began his two-year term as SATMC Chairperson on 1 November 2022 and will serve in the role until late 2024. 23 Feb 2023 Read more Dunlop Tyres has launched its new Dunlop Westville tyre centre, bringing tyre safety education, expert advice, technology-driven service, local employment and industry expertise to the market. 14 Feb 2023 Read more Rapidly securing its place as the leading online tyre retailer in South Africa during its first year of operation, Blackcircles ZA is now looking to improve its reach and value, with a focus on providing a seamless shopping experience and competitive prices. 13 Feb 2023 Read more With two generations before him embedded in the motorsport history of the country, it wasn't long before the allure of the open track caught up with Daniel Rowe. Still in his early days, he is expected to take the distinctive Rowe family legacy to new heights in the high-octane sport. 26 Jan 2023 Read more More than 2,900 learners have been given a back-to-school boost after receiving a donation of stationery packs and backpacks from leading tyre manufacturer, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA). 19 Jan 2023 Read more The South African Institute of Civil Engineers (SAICE), in its latest report, has deemed South African roads "at risk of failure" due to poor maintenance and lack of upkeep over decades - with drivers now bearing the burden of the ailing network. 22 Dec 2022 Read more From its early beginnings, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa's (SRSA) flagship brand Dunlop has set out to deliver a better tyre experience, with safety and comfort and its heart, no matter the speed. 20 Dec 2022 Read more Anca Priscu, group director: production at Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), one of South Africa's largest tyre manufacturing companies and manufacturer of the Dunlop tyre brand, took on this new role during tumultuous times. Despite this, she has led her division with confidence - taking bold new steps to influence the company's strategic growth path. 20 Dec 2022 Read more As another year draws to a close, many will be taking the opportunity over the next few weeks to hit the road and explore with their loved ones. In the bustle of making arrangements, checking that your car's tyres are safe for the road ahead should be right up there with wearing seat belts, avoiding fatigue and cellphone use, and not speeding. 20 Dec 2022 Read more Driven by the desire to empower young entrepreneurs and create employment opportunities in local communities, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), one of South Africa's leading tyre manufacturers, is on the hunt for 48 township entrepreneurs, who could qualify for startup support to run their own high-quality tyre centres in their local area. 5 Dec 2022 Read more Born and raised in the platinum mining capital of the world, Rustenburg, seasoned Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa motorsport driver Michael van Rooyen only took to the wheels after high school, entering the sport with no training. But, it could just be something in the Rustenburg waters, because Michael's passion for motorsport has bagged him precious gold awards and more. 16 Nov 2022 Read more Tyres can mean the difference between life and death, or safety versus life-changing injury. This Transport Month, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, in partnership with the Road Accident Fund (RAF) and the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC), is taking steps to promote safe and considerate road usage while encouraging people to conduct regular health checks on their tyres. 25 Oct 2022 Read more Motoring enthusiasts looking for superior performance and comfort to match their high-performance passenger car or top-end SUV can now enjoy the ultimate ride with Dunlop's latest addition to the SP Sport Maxx range in South Africa. The new SP Sport Maxx 060+ improves on an already strong formula to make it the flagship ultra-high-performance tyre for premium vehicles, including sports cars, coupés, sedans, SUVs and crossovers. 16 Sep 2022 Read more Following the success of the Dunlop Container project, established in 2012 to drive sustainable township entrepreneurship and promote safety on the road, Sumitomo Rubber SA (SRSA), manufacturer of the Dunlop brand, is helping dealers take their businesses to the next level. SRSA - already the only tyre manufacturing company with a township and rural area enterprise development programme - has now developed accredited training programmes funded by MERSETA and Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI). 6 Sep 2022 Read more Born to parents who were heavily involved in rally racing, motor journalist Jeanette Kok-Kritzinger's destiny was sealed. She admits having been born with a steering wheel in hand. 26 Aug 2022 Read more Two decades and four tyre stores later ... Shahnaaz Moola, who recently opened Khan's Auto-Quip in Welkom - the fifth store and second flagship Dunlop Zone in the family-owned and managed Khan's Fitment Group - understands the hard work it takes to grow a business. Originally from Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, Moola learned the ropes of business while still at school from her father, Mahomed Khan, who ran Khans Fitment Centre in the town. 25 Aug 2022 Read more Dunlop Tyres South Africa is a proud sponsor of the largest industry-supported auto show on the continent - the Festival of Motoring (FOM) 2022, taking place at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 26-28 August. 24 Aug 2022 Read more There's no doubt - South Africans have a special kind of confidence. We take the bull by the horns, tackling uniquely Mzansi realities like making two-minute noodles one minute before load shedding, gathering for family meetings, and doing taxi math at 5am on a Monday. And when we're out on our roads? Well, we've got that covered too, navigating potholes, roadworks, dirt roads and more, given that 80% of our road network is now older than the 20-year design life and 30% of our roads are considered to be in poor to very poor condition. 10 Aug 2022 Read more Got plans to road trip over the school holiday? Can't wait to drive out of the city and escape into the bush? You may have already completed a checklist of security measures to keep your home safe, but, before you leave, have you done the necessary checks to make sure your 'home in transit' is safe? 30 Jun 2022 Read more If you're among those in Mzansi who love the ease and convenience of online retail therapy, then Dunlop's Winter Promo has you covered. From 1 June 2022 to 31 July 2022, Dunlop is keeping consumers safe on the road and enabling them take delivery of that coveted item they've had their eye on for ages. 20 Jun 2022 Read more Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), manufacturers of Dunlop, Falken and Sumitomo tyres for the African continent, continues to intensify its efforts to create youth employment, including a renewed look at the company's ongoing graduate programme. This year SRSA has launched a refreshed 12-month programme aimed at graduates, to support the ongoing growth of the business, while contributing to the country's much-needed job creation and skills development agenda. 7 Jun 2022 Read more Dunlop's locally manufactured Grandtrek AT25 is OE (original equipment) fitted to South Africa's newest bakkie entrant - the Isuzu D-Max, launched in April. 23 May 2022 Read more Japanese technology, craftmanship and innovation anchor Dunlop's SP Sport Maxx range of premium performance tyres, including the Sport Maxx 050+ ultra-high-performance tyre for enthusiasts seeking great form and function when tackling Mzansi's highway terrain. 23 May 2022 Read more Dunlop, the flagship tyre brand manufactured by Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), honoured top performing dealers at the recent Dunlop Dealer of the Year 2021 Awards, which took place in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng in March. 25 Apr 2022 Read more Dunlop becomes first tyre manufacturer in South Africa to launch truck tyre insurance. 22 Apr 2022 Read more Lubin Ozoux recently completed his first year as CEO of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), manufacturer of the Dunlop, Sumitomo and Falken tyre brands. He took up the position during the height of South Africa's second wave, facing and conquering some interesting occupational trials. 21 Apr 2022 Read more With long weekends and the mid-year holidays on the horizon, many South Africans are eagerly checking their calendars and planning their next local travel break. Thanks to Dunlop's Easter promotion kicking off this March, budding holidaymakers can turn their bucket list dreams into reality - whether it's a bang-for-your-buck budget adventure or a luxury holiday experience. 24 Mar 2022 Read more We might have bid farewell to a month focused on showing love and appreciation for the people and things we hold dear, but all is not lost if you haven't yet showered your vehicle - one of your most prized possessions - with care and attention. Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), manufacturer of the iconic Dunlop tyre brand, shares ways to treat your wheels with tenderness throughout the year, for serving you faithfully every day, bringing smiles for miles and keeping you safe on the road. 28 Feb 2022 Read more The last two years of the pandemic have created a thirst for adventure like no other, with many more South Africans alleviating their cabin fever by embarking on explorative escapades to uncharted off-road territory. Adventurer Dewald Visser of the brand-new Mal Kamper adventure travel series - launched on kykNET and powered by Dunlop Tyres as the official tyre sponsor - shares his tips on 4x4 tyre safety. 8 Feb 2022 Read more We've said goodbye to the summer break and traded in our morning fun in the sun and leisurely brunches or beach walks for cereal, carpools and traffic jams. While quieter roads have been one of the few benefits of the pandemic over the last two years, the return to school, work and reality this January makes vehicle safety a top priority for the start of 2022. 26 Jan 2022 Read more Tapping into the enormous growth in e-commerce in the country, Blackcircles.co.za has been launched and hopes to become the benchmark for the best online tyre retail customer experience in South Africa. 17 Jan 2022 Read more With more and more travellers and holidaymakers opting for outdoor recreation closer to home amid the Covid-19 pandemic, a brand-new adventure travel series - launched on kykNET and powered by Dunlop Tyres as the official tyre sponsor - taps into this increased desire for open-air exploration. 3 Jan 2022 Read more The last thing you want to think about when planning your December holiday is car trouble, when all that's probably on your mind is a fun year-end break. Nonetheless, it's best to keep road safety at the top of your priority list to ensure you have a great trip. 20 Dec 2021 Read more Domestic tourism remains key to the resilience of the South African tourism sector. Following the recent discovery of the Omicron variant, global travel bans have left the sector in desperate need of a lifeline, and local travellers could be just the shot in the arm that it needs this festive season. 17 Dec 2021 Read more More than 1,000 girl learners at two KwaZulu-Natal high schools now have a better chance of uninterrupted education and maximum school attendance after each receiving a donation of menstrual cups this month. 13 Dec 2021 Read more As the year draws to a close and you start planning your Summer vacay, don't forget that your vehicle's road safety is firmly in your hands. 10 Dec 2021 Read more Tyre manufacturer, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), recently partnered with Gift of the Givers to provide running water to a KwaZulu-Natal school that has not had any for the past five years. Overflow water can now also be supplied to the surrounding community. 7 Dec 2021 Read more Robert Wolk has taken his maiden Global Touring Cars (GTC) Championship title while Brad Liebenberg takes the GTC SupaCup title as the final round of the 2021 season, which was scheduled to be held as part of the Kyalami 9 Hour event from 2-4 December, has been cancelled. 30 Nov 2021 Read more Need a change of lockdown scenery to wind down another pandemic punctuated year? Thanks to Dunlop's #TheBigDrive Summer Promo, you can now enjoy a socially-distanced summer escape. See South Africa up-close at local reserves and game parks, driving in safety on a set of new Dunlop tyres. 23 Nov 2021 Read more Dunlop South Africa's innovative Grandtrek Uncharted expedition and brand campaign, conceptualised by FCB Durban, has continued its winning streak, clinching a Bronze Award at the prestigious annual Loerie Awards held during the 2021 Loeries Creative Week in Cape Town. 27 Oct 2021 Read more Robert Wolk's quest for a maiden GTC Championship title as well as Brad Liebenberg's defence of the GTC SupaCup title received a positive boost at Zwartkops Raceway on the weekend of 22-23 October while a host of different drivers celebrated the race victories in the penultimate round of 2021. 26 Oct 2021 Read more Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), manufacturer of the Dunlop, Sumitomo and Falken tyre brands for the African continent, has appointed Anca Priscu as group director: production to design and implement strategies for the company's Ladysmith plant that maximise shareholder value for the group. 21 Oct 2021 Read more Dunlop launches the SP VAN01 - a durable and fuel-efficient tyre for drivers and owners of minibus taxis, privately owned people carriers, vans and light trucks to take the road. 21 Oct 2021 Read more South Africa boasts a rugged beauty that often leaves international visitors spellbound - from its expansive landscapes, world-famous game reserves and stunning beaches to its spectacular mountain ranges and thrilling action and adventure spots. More recently, South Africans themselves have been getting out to explore and rediscover more of Mzanzi, and in the process helping to boost a tourism sector that has been battered hard over the last two years. 19 Oct 2021 Read more The world's most iconic tyre brand, Dunlop Tyres SA, scooped an impressive six awards at the recent Supersonic New Generation Awards, five of which were for its innovative Dunlop Grandtrek Uncharted campaign, conceptualised by FCB Durban. 6 Oct 2021 Read more As International Literacy Day, 8 September, and South Africa's National Book Week from 6 to 12 September concluded, Dunlop, the iconic tyre brand had much to celebrate. Dunlop shared the joy of reading with South African families in partnership with NGO Book Dash through its Literacy Day Bedtime Story livestream event hosted on YouTube, raising R56,000 in donations for Book Dash. 5 Oct 2021 Read more The fifth round of the 2021 Global Touring Cars and GTC SupaCup championships will take place at Red Star Raceway this coming weekend (24-25 September). 23 Sep 2021 Read more 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. 22 Sep 2021 Read more This International Literacy Day, celebrated globally on 8 September, iconic tyre brand Dunlop will be sharing the joy of reading with South African families in partnership with NGO, Book Dash. 3 Sep 2021 Read more The halfway mark for 2021 is now behind us and winter is slowly making way for spring. The days are slowly getting longer, snowy caps are melting - filling the riverbeds to bursting, spring flowers are breaking free, and the summer rains will soon hit the coast. 24 Aug 2021 Read more In honour of Women's Month in August, we're highlighting the significant contributions of women as the driving force behind creating safer experiences on the road. Those who believe they can change things for the better and do just that. 12 Aug 2021 Read more Hotline set up to report possession of looted tyres 19 Jul 2021 Read more Has that "nice to have" but "I don't really need it" item in your online shopping cart been calling your name? Thanks to the Dunlop Winter Promo you can now be safe on the road with new tyres and buy that cool item you have always wanted. 29 Jun 2021 Read more We have seen trends come and go in the motoring industry over the past century. Early industry moves put cars on the fast track with assembly line production and the freeway system creating a driving culture that gives us the freedom to take the road to wherever our heart desires. 25 Jun 2021 Read more It is all about passion. Seeking out the thrills. The open road, the off-road adventure. Muddy riverbeds, sandy desert dunes, rocky mountain crags. Going off-road in search of the unexplored. You were born to be free. To drive wherever you want to go, not worrying if your tyres can handle the terrain. 9 Jun 2021 Read more Robert Wolk surpassed Michael van Rooyen on the GTC Championship points table while Jonathan Mogotsi celebrated his maiden GTC SupaCup win this past weekend (28-29 May 2021) at Aldo Scribante Racetrack in Gqeberha, on the Volkswagen Race Day. 3 Jun 2021 Read more Understanding the markings on your tyre may not seem like an important skill to know, after all, you expect the experts fitting your tyre at the tyre dealership to be sure of their business. 24 May 2021 Read more Most people have used Google Street View to view places they plan on going to. But what happens when the places you're venturing to aren't on Google Street View? Dirt roads in particular are sometimes not mapped. To help solve this problem, Dunlop recently embarked on Grandtrek Uncharted - their most ambitious project yet - to go where Google hasn't yet been and map new roads to be added to the Street View platform. 30 Sep 2020 Read more Working in a male-dominated industry can be a daunting prospect for a woman. But today, women are breaking through gender defined barriers, pursuing their dreams - no matter how diverse - while seeking workplace equality. Once such trailblazer is mechanical engineer Lelau Mojela. 1 Sep 2020 Read more Buying local is key to rebuilding the South African economy following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Produced in the state-of-the-art Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal Truck Bus Radial manufacturing plant to meet the needs of the 'always on the road' trucking industry, Sumitomo Dunlop has launched a new premium drive truck tyre. Locally researched, produced and tested, the SP835A ticks all of the boxes for the long haul, highway trucking fleet. 31 Aug 2020 Read more Seama Govender, nominated by Riaz Haffejee, is the group director for corporate services at Sumitomo Dunlop. 27 Aug 2020 Read more Every business is going to face the consequences of lower human activity and, thereby, commercial activity, as South Africans consume less or differently, owing to Covid-19, says automotive tyre manufacturer and supplier Sumitomo Rubber South Africa Sumitomo Dunlop CEO Riaz Haffejee. 24 Aug 2020 Read more A business analyst by profession, 28 year-old Jonathan Mogotsi is not only smart at hedging his own bets in tough economic times, he has also exceeded his own childhood dreams. "If you had told me as a kid that not only would I be a racing driver, but an ambassador for the one of the most world renowned tyre manufacturers, I would have told you to get out!" 12 Aug 2020 Read more Stuart White dreams of being back on the track 28 Jul 2020 Read more Professional motorcycle racer Allann-Jon Venter, also known as AJ, shares his thoughts on Covid-19 and tyres. 23 Jun 2020 Read more As we look forward to taking the road again, let us do so responsibly. 8 Jun 2020 Read more Follow the top three tyre tips for those heading back to the workplace and into rush hour traffic post-lockdown. 8 May 2020 Read more A notice to those in essential services. 7 Apr 2020 Read more Dunlop is asking South Africa to play our part by staying home, as the world fights the Covid-19 pandemic. 30 Mar 2020 Read more With undeniably the most comprehensive range of SUV and 4X4 tyres, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Sumitomo Dunlop) is bringing you an impressive new product that can literally 'Do More.' Launching in April 2020, the Dunlop Grandtrek AT5, with a new formula compound that increases tread block rigidity, promises to give consumers the best of both worlds from improved performance and lifespan to affordability. 17 Mar 2020 Read more - Series will be known as the Oettinger Polo Cup
- Eight-event series scheduled to kick off at Pretoria's Zwartkops Raceway on 13 March
| 3 Mar 2020 Read moreSchools are back and so is the traffic. The days of leisurely drives along the coast, exploring the mountains, game reserves and the hidden treasures of our beautiful country have been put on hold and work is in full swing. Increased traffic volume and travelling speed make heightened safety awareness and braking efficiency all the more important. 27 Jan 2020 Read more As a responsible driver, what can you do to protect your family and ensure that in the event of an accident, your insurance claim will be covered? The first step is to ensure that your vehicle is in a roadworthy condition and that includes your tyres, not only to have your claims paid but to prevent accidents happening. 12 Dec 2019 Read more According to a recent UNICEF report, 11.9 children live in income poverty in South Africa, which for many means new school shoes are unaffordable. These same children are expected to walk long distances to school, often over rough terrain such as gravel roads or footpaths. Those who do have shoes, often have ones that do not fit correctly, are either too small or too big, with worn-out soles or broken buckles. 5 Dec 2019 Read more Road safety is the responsibility of all road users, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. "Safer roads begin with checking our vehicles and keeping them off the road if they are not roadworthy," he said in a recent speech addressing various stakeholders and the public. The South African President mourned the loss of over 14000 lives due to accidents on our roads and acknowledged the estimated R147m per year that roadway accidents cost the country. He went on to stress that roads will not become safer unless we, as road users, change our attitudes.1 29 Nov 2019 Read more Sumitomo Rubber South Africa clinches KZN Exporter of the Year - Africa 5 Nov 2019 Read more Chief executive officer of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, better known as Sumitomo Dunlop (manufacturer of the iconic Dunlop, Sumitomo and Falken tyre brands), talks heritage, investment and safety, addressing the impact of the unregulated second-hand tyre industry on the safety of road users. 28 Oct 2019 Read more Tyre manufacturer takes top accolade at KZN Investor Awards 2019 17 Sep 2019 Read more The iconic Dunlop tyre brand, manufactured by Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd, is known for being at the forefront of the tyre industry, developing quality and innovative products that consumers know and trust for the last 130 years. 10 Sep 2019 Read more South African consumers have spoken, choosing Dunlop as their favourite tyre brand in the 2019/2020 Ask Afrika Icon Brands Survey. This accolade brings the tally to seven wins in the tyre category for Dunlop since 2011 - a fitting conclusion to the iconic brand's 130-Year celebrations. 5 Sep 2019 Read more |
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