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Why the Knysna Hillclimb is the motorsport event every South African wants to attend

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The Knysna Hillclimb has grown from humble beginnings to now being one of the biggest motorsport events in its 15th year in 2025 on the local calendar. Ian Shrosbree is one of the masterminds behind the event that has become petrolhead nirvana. He speaks to News24 Motoring editor Janine van der Post about what it takes to pull off such a mammoth occasion.
24 Apr English South Africa Automotive · Automotive

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