Look left, then right... Even though their 'cars' were of the one-wheeled variety and their traffic snarls were easily untangled by the kindly officers on duty, the children of Oosterland Youth Centre in Despatch, near Port Elizabeth, now understand Goodyear's message of 'Safety Together'. The mini motorists and pint-sized pedestrians had heaps of fun learning about the rules of the road when they attended a special traffic safety day sponsored by Goodyear. The Centre has long enjoyed … [Read more...] about Safety Together
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No Sponsor for the 2013 Kings, Yet
At the Springboks England game on Saturday, my mate Francois De Wet (#DieSonSienAlles), pointing at signage in the stadium, asked me if I knew anything about these 'new sponsors' for the Kings ascension into Super Rugby in 2013. Looking at the signage it certainly seemed as though the Eastern Province Rugby Union, the Kings and Uitenhage based Goodyear had sprung a hijack marketing coup with signage all along the entire east sidewall of the stadium advertising Goodyear, Kings and … [Read more...] about No Sponsor for the 2013 Kings, Yet
Maybe We Should Revive the Government Apprenticeship Program
Practical experience in the apprenticeship program up until 1995, when Government withdrew funding, demonstrated that businesses was producing a valuable and steady contribution to the country's engineering skills pool. After 1995 the stream of qualified personnel with immediately useable skills dwindled. Uitenhage based Goodyear Plant Engineer Titch Booth said the company had closed its original apprentice school in 1995 after government withdrew funding for apprentice programmes, but had … [Read more...] about Maybe We Should Revive the Government Apprenticeship Program
Third Place for Local Tyre Builder’s Innovation
A smarter, safer way to move green tyres from one machine to another has not only made a positive difference to tyre builders in Goodyear's Uitenhage manufacturing plant, it has also earned the facility top spot in the company's global ergonomic challenge. The addition of an automated tyre chute and lifting mechanism, which makes it quicker and less physically taxing for tyre builders to shift heavy Wrangler tyres between stages, scooped first prize in Goodyear's regional Ergonomic 'Find … [Read more...] about Third Place for Local Tyre Builder’s Innovation
Plan to Arrive Alive this Easter
Every year, thousands of motorists across South Africa set off on long, often exhausting journeys without adequate preparation of their vehicles or enough rest. Yet research has shown that badly maintained vehicles and fatigued drivers are two biggest causes of accidents over the festive season. A well-maintained, well-prepared vehicle ensures a smooth start. Take heed of these driving tips to ensure that you do; "Arrive Alive". Many breakdowns occur during the departing journey Many … [Read more...] about Plan to Arrive Alive this Easter
98% Recycling by Local Firm
A hefty R2.4 million joint investment between Goodyear and its recycling partner, The Waste Trade Company, has turned the tyre manufacturer's waste yard into a clean, organised and Earth-friendly facility, reflecting the award winning, environmental can-do attitudes of both these companies. "The generation of waste comes with the tyre manufacturing process; we can't escape it but we can find the most practical and environmentally friendly ways to manage that waste," said Pamela Moodley, … [Read more...] about 98% Recycling by Local Firm
The Winged Foot Gives Way to Africa
A new tyre range offers high performance engineering with the latest technologies from Europe, fine tuned to meet Africa’s uniquely robust and demanding conditions, and manufactured to international quality standards right here in Uitenhage, South Africa. Local production of this advanced, environmentally friendly tyre began at the end of last year and EfficientGrip South Africa was launched this summer. Goodyear Manager, Consumer and Commercial Tyres, Robert Harris, said the range had … [Read more...] about The Winged Foot Gives Way to Africa
Scholarships for Talented Cowan and St Dominic’s Graduates
Two second year NMMU students, Mathew Bussy and Thembile Nqari have been chosen as the first recipients of local tyre company Goodyear's 'Spirit of Innovation' Scholarship program. This new scholarship programme supports the company's investment in the education and recruitment of talented people and also provides students with financial assistance and practical experience. Carla McIntosh, Goodyear Group Human Resources Development Manager, said that the 'Spirit of Innovation' Scholarship … [Read more...] about Scholarships for Talented Cowan and St Dominic’s Graduates
These Boots Were Made for Walking
Just where do used safety boots go when they fail to pass the "I dropped my tyre iron on my toe cap and it hurt" stage? Goodyear's factory employees have again donated dozens of used, but still tough, safety shoes to those who may otherwise go barefoot in the Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch areas. The company's stringent health and safety policies dictate that employees who are required to wear safety footwear in the plant receive a new pair every year. Many of the used shoes still … [Read more...] about These Boots Were Made for Walking
One Wheel Safety Tips
Look left, then right... Even though their 'cars' were of the one-wheeled variety and their traffic snarls were easily untangled by the kindly officers on duty, the children of SOS Village Kindergarten in Port Elizabeth now understand Goodyear's message of 'Safety Together'. The mini motorists and pint-sized pedestrians had heaps of fun learning about the rules of the road when they attended a special traffic safety day sponsored by Goodyear. The Village and its kindergarten have long enjoyed … [Read more...] about One Wheel Safety Tips
Are your Footprints Green?
As leader in environmental excellence Uitenhage based Goodyear has put its money where its mouth is by launching the first community environmental project of its kind in the Eastern Cape yesterday in partnership with The Waste Trade Company and Die Burger. This initiative, dubbed Project Groenspoor (green track), was launched with a suitable youthful logo at the Albertyn Primary School in Uitenhage - the home of Goodyear's only tyre manufacturing plant in Africa. "The goal of Project … [Read more...] about Are your Footprints Green?
Meet the Actual Guy That Made Your Tyre
A barrier-breaking initiative at Goodyear is giving employees on the factory production line a chance to connect directly with dealers and end users on the retail shop floor ... and to listen to the 'voice of the customer'. In fact, this innovative programme is called just that: Voice of the Customer. Chris Tye, Goodyear National Customer Services Manager, has been instrumental in adapting the global programme - which is shared as best practice throughout the Goodyear group - and driving it … [Read more...] about Meet the Actual Guy That Made Your Tyre
Join the Mpondo’s and Recycle
Since their establishment in May last year, more than 28 tons of waste have already gone into Goodyear's unique waste recycling facilities, assisting not only the health of the environment but also the welfare of needy community projects. The innovative tyre company is the only manufacturer in the Eastern Cape to offer such a facility to employees, their families and the general public. The project's specially streamed bins are located at the plant in Uitenhage, providing an easy collection … [Read more...] about Join the Mpondo’s and Recycle
I am Smiling
When renowned racing driver Sarel van der Merwe took delivery of his new, go-anywhere Volkswagen Amarok this week, he drove it straight to Hi-Q Walmer Park, Port Elizabeth, to change its tyres to Goodyear Wranglers. The founder and host of the exciting Spirit of Africa events, Van der Merwe insisted that, for his off-road adventures especially, his trust lies solely in Goodyear Wrangler products. He requested a full set of Wrangler AT/SA 265/65R17 tyres to replace those originally fitted to … [Read more...] about I am Smiling
