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From left: McLarens Lubricants Senior Marketing Manager Lahiru De Thabrew, Director Dilan Senevirathne, Finance Director Hannelore Baldsing, Ceylon Motor Sports Club Senior Committee Member Kalinga Samaraweera and Vice President Samitha Heenkenda at the signing of the partnership for the 92nd Mahagastota Hill Climb
McLarens Lubricants Ltd. has announced its partnership as the Official Lubricant Partner of the 92nd Mahagastota Hill Climb, scheduled to take place on 16-17 August 2026 at the Mahagastota racing track in Nuwara Eliya.
The Mahagastota Hill Climb is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest motorsport events, bringing together the country’s leading drivers and riders. Mobil’s association with the event reflects the brand’s continued presence in motorsport and its focus on lubricant technology developed for demanding operating conditions.
First held in 1934, the Mahagastota Hill Climb has become one of the country’s recognised motorsport events.
Held at Pedro Estate on Mahagastota Road, Nuwara Eliya, the 690-metre hill climb features two hairpin bends, testing competitors through a course that combines elevation, technical driving and speed.
The event has attracted generations of competitors, motorsport enthusiasts and spectators.
Mobil has a long association with automotive performance and motorsport. Its partnership with the Mahagastota Hill Climb reflects the brand’s focus on engine protection, reliability and performance.
Through its presence at the event, McLarens Lubricants aims to engage motorists, racing enthusiasts and automotive professionals while supporting Sri Lanka’s motorsport sector.
McLarens Lubricants Joint Managing Director Chaminda Gunerathne said: “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.”
McLarens Lubricants has operations in Sri Lanka’s automotive and industrial lubricant sectors, supported by a distribution network across the country. The company said the partnership reflects its commitment to supporting the development of Sri Lanka’s automotive and motorsport sectors while strengthening Mobil’s presence among local consumers.
