RE: LEADER RUBBER COMPANY PRICE INCREASE NOTIFICATION – 1 JULY 2026

Please be advised that LEADER RUBBER COMPANY will be implementing a 4.5% price increase across their product range, effective 1 July 2026.

The increase is attributed to continued pressure on global oil prices, rising production input costs, and ongoing logistics and supply chain expenses.

Please note that all orders invoiced from 1 July 2026 onwards will be subject to the adjusted pricing.

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A price realignment across our product range will take effect on 1 July 2026.

All orders placed and dispatched before 1 July will be honoured at current pricing.
We've ensured that this adjustment remains competitive while maintaining the product quality and dependable service you have become accustomed to.

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Please note that, effective 1 June 2026, a price increase will apply to all Continental tyres.

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Dunlop will be implementing an average product price adjustment of 2.65% - 3.7% effective
from 1 June 2026. This price increase reflects adjustments for raw material, freight, and fuel cost
impacts. Some product pricing may fall outside of these percentage ranges.

We have managed to limit the increase through efficiency gains and cost management. Part of the
efficiency gain will come from addressing the disproportionate distribution costs associated with
smaller order quantity. As such, from 1 June 2026, we will implement a handling and delivery charge
on small deliveries of between two (2) and four (4) tyres. Further details (including the applicable
charge and process) will be communicated separately.

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Effective 1 June 2026, prices will be adjusted on the entire range by 1.5 – 2% on average specifically to cover these increased distribution costs.
Brands include: Hankook, Giti, GT Radial, JK Tyre, Laufenn, MRF, Rovelo and Yokohama.

Please note that, effective 1 April 2026, a price increase will apply to all Continental Passenger, 4x4 and Light Truck tyres.

Any open orders delivered after 31 March 2026 will be invoiced at the revised pricing, unless the order is cancelled before delivery.

We value your continued support and remain available to assist with any orders or queries.

Please contact your sales representative for more information.

We have been advised of the following price adjustments coming soon.

UPDATED 27 MARCH 2025

Refer to the letter dated on the 25th of February 2025 (below) and would like to provide an update regarding the upcoming price adjustment.

The weighted average price increase will be 5% across all categories and is effective from 1 April 2025.

Please note that certain items may be realigned outside of these parameters due to their current price points being unsustainable.

All backorders as of the 31" of March 2025 will be cancelled.

This adjustment remains necessary to address ongoing economic and market challenges while ensuring the continued quality and sustainability of our products and services.

25 February 2025

Price Increase Notification - Effective 1 April 2025

We would like to inform you that, effective 1 April 2025, there will be a price adjustment across all categories. This change is necessary to mitigate ongoing economic challenges and market conditions that have significantly impacted our costs.

Despite our efforts to manage these challenges by streamlining operations, including reducing the number of branches, optimising headcount where possible, and reducing internal expenses, we have been unable to fully offset rising costs. As a result, this adjustment is essential to ensure the continued quality and sustainability of our products and services.

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Bridgestone South Africa will be implementing a price increase across the following categories, effective 1st February 2025:

In addition, we will be realigning our Recommended Retail Price (RRP) to better reflect market realities, ensuring improved clarity and alignment for all stakeholders.

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Price Re-alignment - Effective 02 Jan 2025.

Due to various considerations including current market dynamics, Goodyear will be implementing a price re-alignment effective January 2, 2025.

New prices will apply to all orders delivered from 02 January 2025.

All open orders and backorders not delivered by 31 December 2024 will be cancelled and reordered at new prices.

Goodyear continuously strives to deliver value to you, our customers, and we thank you for your ongoing support and understanding.

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Please be advised that Maxxis Tyres SA will be implementing a price increase, effective 1st of January 2025. We understand that the current business environment is not favorable.

However, due to several factors contributing to the rising cost of our products and business operations, we are unable to maintain our pricing any longer.

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Upcoming adjustment in the prices of Falken and Kumho tyres, effective from the 1st of December 2024.

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Upcoming adjustment in the prices of Continental tyres, effective from the 1st of December 2024.

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We have been notified by our import battery suppliers that SARS has, effective 19 July 2024, made an amendment to the Customs Act, Part 1 of Schedule No.1. Tariff sub-headings 8507.10.91 and 8507.10.99 have been substituted to increase the general rate of customs duty on lead acid batteries from 15% to 30%.

Our suppliers are busy investigating the notification to further understand the scope and implications of the announcement.

In the meantime, we have no other choice but to immediately amend the pricing on our Atlas BX range to accommodate the immediate cost increase. Revised price lists will be available soon.

We wish to inform you of an upcoming adjustment to our pricing structure, set to take effect on 1 September 2024. Recent global market conditions have led to a significant increase in the costs of raw materials—specifically, Natural and Synthetic Rubber—by 20 - 24%. Additional surcharges on ocean freight due to ongoing geopolitical events have further compounded these pressures.

In recognition of our commitment to you, we will provide a month of pricing protection, ensuring that any orders placed; that can be sent out before September 1st 2024 will be honoured at current prices.

We appreciate your understanding and continued partnership during these challenging times. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sumitomo Rubber South Africa will be implementing a price increase with effect from the 1st of August 2024.

Category	Estimated Increase
Car Steel, SUV, Light Truck	Estimated weighted average increase ranging between 5% to 7%
Truck Steel	Estimated weighted average increase ranging between 5% to 7%
Motorcycle	Estimated weighted average increase ranging between 5% to 7%

Please note that certain items may be realigned outside of these parameters due to their current price points being unsustainable.
All back orders as at the 31st of July 2024 will be cancelled. Should you wish to reinstate an order, please contact us, and we will advise further on pricing.

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We have also been notified about price increases for tyre consumables, i.e. patches, gaitors, solution, tyre repair tools etc. - no percentage has been indicated.

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