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Wildest Cars of the 2026 Simola Hillclimb [w/video]

By Banzai Matai Motorsport

The 2026 Simola Hillclimb was, once again, a showcase of speed. Among the countless classics, sports-, super- and racecars were the custom-built race machines. These wild cars are made specifically for hillclimbing. Most are seen in competition only once or twice a year. Here we take a look at some of the wildest flame-spitting, limiter-bashing, […]

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Racing Barbie Tackles the 2026 Simola Hillclimb

By Nicole Donker Torres Motorsport

There are moments in motorsport where everything feels polished, controlled and perfectly planned. Simola Hillclimb was not one of those moments for me. And honestly? Thank goodness for that. Because somewhere between trailer dramas, gearbox panic attacks, emotional breakdowns, Red Bull-induced hallucinations and me genuinely wondering if I was about to launch myself off a […]

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2026 Simola Hillclimb Gallery

By Banzai Matai Gallery, Lotus, Motorsport

The 2026 Simola Hillclimb took place this past weekend (1-4 May) in Knysna. Double Apex was, once again, in attendance by the good graces of Suzuki Auto South Africa. We were trackside for most of the action. Aside from this post you can catch plenty of video content on our Instagram and Facebook pages which we posted […]

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16th Simola Hillclimb Gearing Up For Action

By Banzai Matai Motorsport

The 16th edition of the Simola Hillclimb is set to roar into life from 30 April to 3 May 2026. The event will, once again, take place in the picturesque coastal town of Knysna. The event is widely regarded as South Africa’s premier motorsport and motoring lifestyle event, with competitors and fans descending on the […]

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