Knysna, South Africa – Against a dramatic backdrop of roaring engines, scenic mountain passes and emotional tributes, Suzuki Auto South Africa’s trio of entries carved out a weekend of plucky, punch-above-your-weight performances at the 15th edition of the Simola Hillclimb.
Simola Hillclimb
Two key Suzuki events scheduled
2025 will be another big year for Suzuki as the Japanese automaker will be part of the 15th annual Simola Hillclimb, as well as the second #JimnyGathering.
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Records galore for Suzuki at Simola
Regular readers will know by now that Suzuki SA sees itself in the headlines monthly as it reaches new sales records. Now firmly in the second overall position in terms of sales, Suzuki SA reached another record over the weekend, this time on the racetrack.
Suzuki behaal nuwe rekord
Die afgelope paar maande het Suzuki SA geweldige spronge gemaak in terme van algehele verkope. Die Japanese vervaardiger, wat nou ferm in die tweede posisie sit vir algehele verkope, het die naweek nog ’n rekord behaal, die keer op die renbaan.
Roets leads Simola charge, Falkiner king of the Suzukis
As has been customary for the past four years, Suzuki (as the title sponsor) once again entered three Suzuki Swift Sport models. Weighing in at 970kg and powered by a 1.4L turbocharged engine, the 6-speed automatic Swift Sport is the perfect weapon for the 1.9km Simola Hillclimb.
Simola Hillclimb 2024: Thrilling action loading
While Formula 1 is off to the streets of Miami, where drivers and spectators alike will be greeted by cardboard representations of ocean water, the iconic Simola Hillclimb is set to host its 14th running. An event, which by now has become synonymous with South-African motorsport, sees racers with all kinds of machinery, take on a 1.9km hill, with the Knysna Heads and the Indian ocean as a backdrop.