Johannesburg, 2 October 2025 — Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced its role as the official title partner of King of the Whip 2025, Southern Africa’s premier freestyle motocross event. This year’s edition will take place on Saturday, 29 November 2025, at Johannesburg’s iconic Montecasino precinct.
What began in 2017 as a grassroots gathering in a small sand quarry in Northriding has since grown into one of the most electrifying action sports showcases on the continent. Over the years, King of the Whip has evolved into a world-class production, introducing its crowd-favourite Best Trick contest in 2019 and consistently attracting leading motocross athletes from across South Africa and around the globe.
By 2024, the event had cemented itself as the second largest Best Whip contest globally, establishing Southern Africa as a destination for elite freestyle motocross and thrilling live entertainment. With attendance capped at a sell-out 7,000 spectators, the 2025 event at Montecasino is set to build on this reputation, combining unmatched adrenaline-fuelled performances with elevated staging and spectator engagement.
Princess Ndhlovu, Brand Head of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said the partnership represents more than a simple sponsorship:
“Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is proud to be the title sponsor of King of the Whip, an event that embodies the same strength, precision and fearless energy that defines our brand. Just as our vehicles are engineered to perform under pressure and go beyond the unexpected, so too do the riders who take flight in this thrilling competition. This partnership is more than just branding, it is a bold alignment with a platform that celebrates South African talent, grit and the spirit of pushing boundaries—values that sit at the heart of Volkswagen’s DNA.”
The collaboration underscores Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ focus on bold, forward-thinking engagements that resonate with audiences and strengthen its connection to communities passionate about excellence and performance.
With its blend of global flair and South African energy, King of the Whip 2025 is expected to deliver an unforgettable showcase of skill, bravery and pure motocross spectacle—all under the banner of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
