The Simola Hillclimb is South Africa’s premier motorsport lifestyle event, attracting top drivers, performance vehicles, automotive brands, and motorsport enthusiasts from across the country and around the world. Held annually in Knysna along the scenic Garden Route, the internationally recognised event combines competitive hillclimb racing with luxury lifestyle experiences, entertainment, and automotive culture.

Established in 2009, the Simola Hillclimb has grown into one of the leading hillclimb events globally, featuring a diverse mix of classic cars, modern supercars, race-prepared machines, prototypes, and high-performance saloon cars. Competitors race against the clock on the challenging Simola Hill course, with categories including Classic Car Friday and the prestigious King of the Hill competition.

The event is renowned for its combination of world-class motorsport action, premium hospitality, scenic surroundings, and strong manufacturer involvement. Major automotive brands regularly use the platform to showcase innovation, performance, and new technologies, while fans enjoy access to live racing, exhibitions, merchandise, entertainment, and interactive experiences.

With extensive media coverage, livestream broadcasts, and growing international recognition, the Simola Hillclimb has become a flagship event on South Africa’s automotive calendar. The event continues to celebrate speed, engineering excellence, and driving passion while contributing significantly to tourism and motorsport culture in the Western Cape.