Red Bull Shay’ iMoto Goes to Durban for the First Time – South Africa’s Top Spinners Set to Ignite KZN

After setting Cape Town‘s tarmac ablaze in 2024 with a heady mix of speed, flair and pure street culture, Red Bull Shay’ iMoto is shifting gears — and for the first time ever, Durban is the next stop. Known for its vibrant car culture and iconic coastal energy, Durban is about to become the ultimate battleground for South Africa’s elite spinners.

Dylan “Vaaitjie” Brough performs at Red Bull Shay’ iMoto at Canal Walk, Cape Town, South Africa on March 16, 2024 Photo By Tyrone Bradley for Red Bull Content Pool

This highly-anticipated event brings together the best tyre-slaying talent from across the country in a celebration of uniquely South African motorsport.

Elias Hountondji performs a demo at Red Bull Shay’ iMoto at Canal Walk, Cape Town, South Africa on March 16, 2024 Photo By Tyrone Bradley for Red Bull Content Pool

Drivers, Start Your Engines – Video Entries Opening Soon

Think you’ve got what it takes to compete in Shay’ iMoto 2025? It’s your time to shine. The call for video entries is coming soon — giving local legends and new-school shredders a chance to prove their skills before hitting the main stage. Dial in those precision spins, screech those tyres, and get your wildest stunts on camera.

Judges seen voting at the Red Bull Shay’iMoto at Wheelz ‘n Smoke, Johannesburg, South Africa, on September 3, 2022. Photo By Mpumelelo Macu for Red Bull Content Pool

Whether it’s your signature donut, smoke-filled sideways slide, or jaw-dropping flair, now’s the time to put it all out there. This isn’t just motorsport — this is culture, attitude, and raw adrenaline.

Crowd seen voting at Red Bull Shay’ iMoto at Canal Walk, Cape Town, South Africa on March 16, 2024 Photo By Tyrone Bradley for Red Bull Content Pool

Durban, Get Ready for the Heat

Durban’s debut as host city promises a spectacle like no other. Expect roaring crowds, revved-up engines, and a next-level fusion of motorsport, urban culture, and Mzansi flavour. Red Bull Shay’ iMoto is not just a competition — it’s a movement.

Sam Sam performs at the Red Bull Shay’moto in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 16, 2024. Photo By Mpumelelo Macu for Red Bull Content Pool

Stay Tuned

Full event details, including dates, judges, and video submission guidelines, will be announced soon. Keep your eyes on www.extremesportsaction.co.za and follow ESA on all platforms for real-time updates.

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