They're back!
The pandemic did much harm to the motoring industry in SA with one of the casualties being the Festival of Motoring. The event had been rescheduled and canceled in previous years but finally, after much planning, the Festival is back, bigger and better than ever to bring the latest in consumer motoring to the car buyer.
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The Kyalami Racetrack and convention centre will once again play host to this fantastic event, and it promises to be one to remember as exhibitors and consumers are chomping at the bit the get their motoring fix.
Exhibitors galore
Leading brands on board, including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chery, Citroen, Dunlop, Fiat, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, MOPAR, Opel, Peugeot, Suzuki and Toyota, the pit doors are filling up quickly any more exhibitors are signing on everyday.
2022 highlights from participating brands will include: Mercedes-Benz showcasing the Mercedes-Benz EQ Electric Intelligence range and other special surprises in store. Volvo Car South Africa will be exhibiting their electrified Recharge range which includes Mild-hybrids, Plug-in Hybrids, and the all-electric XC40. Visitors will also get to see and experience the latest Toyota Gazoo Racing models, in addition to the rest of the Toyota range.
Suzuki will add to the excitement with the evergreen Jimny on the 4x4 track, the Swift Sport on the main track, and the new generation Baleno available for you to test on the handling track. There will be a wide range of Suzuki lifestyle vehicles and motorcycles for you to view and experience. In addition, over 150 exhibitors will display automotive products and services, as well as lifestyle, outdoor, and customised vehicle offerings to service the need of the visitor.
In a Festival of Motoring first, visitors will get to see demo laps of the Cosworth-powered Minardi F1 M189, the Ferrari A1 GP car, the Renault 3.5 and the Pilbeam MP58 with the Infiniti Indy engine.
Full race card
There will also be a weekend of racing with the Speed Challenge, which will see racing legends of South African motorsport driving custom built high-performance vehicles racing against the clock in exhilarating time trials. In addition, the Sunbet ZX-10 Masters Cup (Superbikes) and Legends of the 9-hour will hold an official round at the Festival. Other entertainment will include drifting and rally driving demonstrations to keep the audiences constantly engaged.
The Festival of Motoring is aimed at entertaining every family member and with the addition of Tonino Lamborghini beverage cafés, Mobsie-Kids play area, Parolin karting circuit, a gaming zone, and live DJ sessions, there is something for everyone.
General access tickets will cost R250 for an adult, and R50 for children aged 3-12. Exclusive hospitality packages are also available at the Premium Club Suite, which includes a culinary experience with celebrity chef, Reuben Riffle, reserved parking, a luxury supercar hot lap session, and other VIP experiences.
