Cashless convenience at Simola

KNYSNA NEWS - An innovative new cashless system has been introduced for the 2018 Jaguar Simola Hillclimb, which takes place in Knysna from 4 to 6 May.

With the focus on providing maximum convenience, improving safety and limiting congestion at pay points for this popular event, the cashless technology promises to make the Hillclimb an even more enjoyable and welcoming affair for spectators and competitors alike.

Tickets for the Hillclimb can be purchased online via the event's website, and these can be printed or downloaded to a phone.

On arrival, most visitors will receive an access wristband with an RFID chip. Holders of general entry tickets receive a wristband without the chip and will need to purchase an event-specific Howler loaded card at R10.

All purchases at the event can then be made with these devices.

This is how the cashless system at the 2018 Jaguar Simola Hillclimb will work. Photo: Supplied

Howler "Get Loaded" stations have been established at easy access points in the various spectator areas, enabling visitors to load and top up money on the card or access wristband via a credit card, debit card or cash – and then it’s simply a matter of "tap to pay" for any purchases with the card or wristband.