- As Official Lubricant Partner
McLarens Lubricants Ltd has partnered with the 92nd Mahagastota Hill Climb as the event's Official Lubricant Partner for the race, which will be held from 16-17 August at the Mahagastota racing track in Nuwara Eliya.
Recognised as one of Sri Lanka's oldest and most anticipated motorsport events, the Mahagastota Hill Climb attracts many of the country's leading drivers and riders to compete in a test of speed, skill and performance.
The partnership reinforces Mobil's long-standing association with motorsport and highlights the brand's commitment to providing advanced lubricant technology designed to perform under demanding racing conditions.
First held in 1934, the Mahagastota Hill Climb remains one of the country's most prestigious motorsport events and continues to be a key fixture on Sri Lanka's national racing calendar.
Set amidst the picturesque surroundings of Pedro Estate on Mahagastota Road, Nuwara Eliya, the challenging 690-metre hill climb tests competitors through a demanding course featuring two signature hairpin bends.
The combination of technical driving, elevation and speed has made Mahagastota, a defining test of both driver skill and machine performance.
Over the decades, the event has attracted generations of motorsport enthusiasts, competitors and spectators, creating a unique atmosphere where the heritage of Sri Lankan racing meets modern automotive performance.
Globally recognised for its advanced lubrication technology, Mobil has a rich heritage in automotive performance and motorsport.
Its association with the Mahagastota Hill Climb reinforces the brand’s commitment to supporting environments where engine protection, reliability and peak performance are put to the ultimate test.
Through its presence at the event, McLarens Lubricants aims to connect with motorists, racing enthusiasts and automotive professionals, while celebrating the people and machines that continue to shape Sri Lanka’s motorsport heritage.
McLarens Lubricants Limited Managing Director Chaminda Gunerathne Jt.commented, “The Mahagastota Hill Climb represents everything that Mobil stands for – performance, endurance, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. We are proud to be the Official Lubricant Partner of the 92nd edition of this historic event and to continue supporting Sri Lanka’s vibrant motorsport community.”
The company’s partnership with the Mahagastota Hill Climb further demonstrates its commitment to supporting the development of Sri Lanka’s automotive and motorsport landscape while bringing Mobil’s global performance heritage closer to local consumers.
With the engines preparing to roar once again in the hills of Nuwara Eliya, McLarens Lubricants looks forward to powering the spirit of competition at the 92nd Mahagastota Hill Climb continuing a tradition built on speed, performance and excellence.