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18 August 2026

Hong Kong-listed giant joins the fray at mycar auction

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Hong Kong-listed giant joins the fray at mycar auction

There’s a third well-credentialed bidder in the final lap of German giant Continental AG’s sale of automotive repair chain mycar, formerly known as Kmart Tyre & Auto. Multiple sources told Street Talk ...

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