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The Festival of Motoring is Back to Kick-Start Spring in Style!

Where Spring in Johannesburg Means More Vroom, Less Bloom!

Johannesburg in spring—where the air smells of freshly bloomed jacarandas and, more importantly, the sweet scent of burning rubber. The Festival of Motoring powered by WesBank is back, and it's revving its engines at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from August 30 to September 1, 2024. And if you thought this was just another car show, think again. This is where the gearheads, the thrill-seekers, and even the “I-just-like-the-smell-of-new-car” crowd come together for a weekend of pure automotive bliss.

Picture this: The legendary Kyalami Circuit transforms into a high-octane playground where your only limitation is how much adrenaline your body can handle. From test drives that make you question your commitment to public transport, to drifting demos that might just inspire you to try it (don’t), this festival is where car culture isn't just displayed—it's unleashed.

Micheal Dehn, the big wheel at Messe Frankfurt South Africa, sums it up perfectly: “The Festival of Motoring is the next level in motor show evolution; it’s not just about looking at cars, it's about living them.” So whether you're the type who can identify a car by the sound of its engine or someone who simply thinks “sports car” means “red and fast,” there's something here for you.

And just when you thought WesBank was only good for, you know, financing your dream ride, they’re upping the ante this year. They're teaming up with FNB and MotoVantage to make sure that even the most novice of car buyers walk away feeling like they’ve just graduated from the University of Vroom-Vroom. As Lebo Gaoaketse, WesBank’s marketing wizard, puts it: “The Festival of Motoring has become the ultimate showcase of innovation in the local automotive sector.” Translation? It’s a smorgasbord of shiny new things to drool over.

Now, let’s talk cars—because what's a Festival of Motoring without them? Expect to be wowed by the latest and greatest from the likes of Volkswagen, Porsche, Bentley, and Lamborghini, just to name a few. Yes, you read that right. The Lamborghini Revuelto will be on display, and it’s ready to make your heart skip a beat with its hybrid 12-cylinder engine. If you don’t at least think about selling a kidney to afford one, you’re not doing it right.

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But it’s not all about drool-worthy supercars. This year, the festival’s gone all-inclusive, offering everything from family-friendly activities like sand art (for the kiddos) to simulator competitions where you can pretend you're Lewis Hamilton (but without the pressure). And for the real daredevils, the new FoM Experience Centre offers hot-lap sessions that might just rearrange your internal organs. BMW Motorsport Club, Simola Hill Climb, Samlin Lamborghini—yeah, these guys don’t mess around.

Let’s not forget about the food. Because what’s a festival without some gourmet goodness? The vibrant food market is there to satisfy every craving, from local favourites to whatever those folks from the Instagram-worthy food trucks are serving up.

For the budget-conscious (or those who blew it all on car upgrades), tickets are a steal at R275 for adults and R75 for kids. And if you’re worried about getting there, SANI Car Rental’s got your back with free shuttles from Mall of Africa. Plus, Volkswagen, Isuzu, and Haval are offering internal shuttles to the 4x4 village. So no excuses—get your tickets at www.howler.co.za and be part of the motoring madness.

In short, whether you’re here to gawk at the latest Lamborghini, take a spin in a Volkswagen, or just enjoy a weekend surrounded by fellow car enthusiasts, the Festival of Motoring promises to deliver. So mark your calendars, polish those rims, and get ready to kick-start spring in the best way possible—by celebrating all things cars!

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