South Africa Tyre Market Report 2025: Local Tyre Production Hits 8.1 Million as Imports Compete for Market Share in South Africa
Published on: Wednesday 25 June 2025
The South African tyre industry, a critical component of the automotive sector, encompasses new and retreaded tyre manufacturing, imports, distribution, and sales. Key players include Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear, and Sumitomo. The market faces challenges from low-cost imports and illicit trade, but opportunities exist in local production, export growth, and advanced tyre technologies. Sustainability and regulatory compliance are focal points, while growth is aided by rising vehicle sales