Festival of Motoring
Running from 29 to 31 August, this three-day event will feature over 100 exhibitors showcasing a wide array of automotive products, services, lifestyle offerings, and custom vehicles.
Attendees can also enjoy food, entertainment, and more than 10,000 test drives led by professional drivers.
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Festival of Motoring
The Festival of Motoring has evolved into the largest industry-supported automotive show in South Africa – and across the continent. It returns to Johannesburg this August at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre. Running from 29 to 31 August, this three-day event will feature over 100 exhibitors showcasing a wide array of automotive products, services, lifestyle offerings, and custom vehicles. Attendees can also enjoy food, entertainment, and more than 10,000 test drives led by professional drivers.
