Michanic Brings Pit Crew Precision to Everyday Drivers at FOM 2025
Prashirwin Naidu
At this year’s Festival of Motoring, taking place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 29–31 August 2025, visitors will get a first-hand look at how Michanic is transforming car care in South Africa.
The innovative on-demand platform draws inspiration straight from the racetrack, delivering workshop-level servicing with the speed and precision of a professional pit crew, but now at your home or office.
Founded by Soweto-born software engineer and entrepreneur Lesetja Dikgale, Michanic was born from a simple yet powerful insight: servicing a car is often a stressful and time-consuming task.
Dikgale envisioned a solution where a mechanic could be “at the touch of a button,” bringing convenience, transparency, and efficiency to everyday car owners.
“At Michanic, we believe car care should be efficient, precise, and reliable, just like a professional racing pit crew,” says Dikgale. “From the moment you book online to the moment our mechanic leaves your driveway, the process is designed to be simple, stress-free, and of the highest quality.”
With just 90 seconds needed to book online and the possibility of a qualified technician arriving within two hours, Michanic is proving that car servicing doesn’t need to involve wasted hours in a workshop waiting room.
The service covers everything from clutch replacements to full engine overhauls, with most jobs completed in under four hours. Each service comes with OEM-quality parts, vetted mechanics, digital records, and a 6,000 km / 6-month warranty for peace of mind.
Festival attendees can expect to see this in action with live demos—like real-time brake pad replacements—plus interactive pit crew challenges, exclusive discounts, and instant booking opportunities.
With over 1,200 reviews and a 4.4-star rating, Michanic has already earned the trust of thousands of South Africans. Now, the Festival of Motoring provides the perfect stage to showcase why.
Festival of Motoring Details:
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, Midrand, Johannesburg
Friday, 29 August – Sunday, 31 August 2025
Stand MIS001
