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Vintage to Vroom

Nestled in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Heydar Aliyev Classic Car Museum, presents an extraordinary collection of rare automobiles, from bespoke vehicles crafted for high-ranking Soviet Politburo members to exquisite rarities from across the globe. This distinguished assemblage not only offers a glimpse into the refined tastes and affluence of Heydar Aliyev, but also serves as a compelling testament to automotive engineering, seamlessly bridging the heritage of classic craftsmanship with the marvels of modern technology. Join Lakshmi Muthukumar as she takes us on a tour.

My visit to the Heydar Aliyev Classic Car Museum was accidental. The Heydar Aliyev Centre was on our itinerary and when we were purchasing the tickets, our Azeri guide, Baynur, mentioned that there was another “classical art museum” located within the centre. I was all for “classical art” and we bought tickets to visit both…

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DR. LAKSHMI MUTHUKUMAR
Willkommen im Museum

A visit to Stuttgart without a pilgrimage to the Mercedes-Benz Museum would be a sacrilege for car lovers and even those otherwise inclined.

When a work trip seemed to start and end with everything but the star, I managed to cook up a white lie and dash off to the Mercedes-Benz Museum with only two hours to spare before closing time. As you approach the building you can sense the grandeur that awaits inside – but trust me this…

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FAREEDA KANGA
Driving to Gurudongmar: India’s Highest Lake

The idea of cloud-kissed skies, wide open roads and snow-capped views was just the adrenaline rush that Dareer Malik needed, and so, he drove from Kolkata to Sikkim’s Gurudongmar Lake – the highest lake in India, and also one of the highest lakes in the world!

The northeastern state of Sikkim may beckon road trippers for many reasons – its sunrises, alpine meadows, stunning views and tranquil villages. But for lawyer Dareer Malik, who had visited Sikkim earlier, there was one more thing he wanted to do: drive up to the Gurudongmar Lake in his Mahindra Thar. Now, the picturesque Gurudongmar…

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ISMAT TAHSEEN
A Culinary Journey On Wheels

The Tempo Traveller from Force Motors is Shiv Sagar’s choice for their food truck which is a compact, zero-emission smart city vehicle with a monocoque design has a curated menu of iconic favourites and is currently parked at One BKC to cater to professionals, office-goers, and visitors.

This iconic spot is our go-to for buttery Pav Bhaji and top-tier South Indian delicacies. Founded by Narayan Poojary in 1978 at New Marine Lines, Shiv Sagar quickly became a city favourite and expanded to multiple locations. Honouring its legacy of flavours and nostalgia, the brand has now embraced a food truck format, bringing its most-loved dishes straight to you…

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NASRIN MODAK SIDDIQI
Going Rogue

An Indian Journalist hits the road from Illinois to Michigan along with her sister, in a Nissan Rogue, blending their chalk and cheese personalities on an epic road trip. Read on…

While travelling long distances by road, in India, wasn’t new to me, the idea of my first ever “road trip” to Michigan, USA, definitely was. And so, imagine my excitement when during an assignment in Chicago, my Palo-Alto based sister, Smita, suggested that we drive along the picturesque lake Michigan to visit the Sleeping Bear…

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NEETA KOLHATKAR
To the Lighthouse

An impromptu day trip to Daman in the Audi Q3 was the perfect panacea after a month of strenuous toil. From the forts and the Churches to the colourful buildings and the beaches, Daman has it all.

A few days back, on a beautiful Sunday morning, my classmate, N, and I, decided to take a road trip to Daman in the well-engineered, luxe SUV, the Audi Q3, and boy, were we in for a pleasant surprise! Since we had already driven to Diu last year (Read all about it here – https://www.turnofspeed.in/feature/diu-tour.html),…

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RACHNA TYAGI
LA VIE

Cars are Cars, and Fashion is Fashion and never the twain shall meet? Wrong! Fareeda Kanga steps into the exhilarating world of sleek automobiles and high fashion at Museo Automovilistico de Malaga, Spain, and gives us the lowdown.

If you happen to be in Malaga – The birthplace of Pablo Picasso and gateway to the Costa Del Sol, don’t miss out on this truly unique museum. Not just a treat for automobile lovers — this one manages to draw a rather eclectic parallel between the world of haute couture and automobiles! Curious? The…

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FAREEDA KANGA
The Black Cab: London’s Quintessential Icon

No trip to London is complete without a ride in an iconic Black Cab. Fareeda Kanga explains why.

London. A city steeped in colourful history and breath-taking architecture, it boasts some of the World’s greatest museums, and is home to diverse cultures. All of this is what makes it one of the most famous and wondrous cities in the world. Plus, a city with myriad icons: The London Bus, Buckingham Palace, The Clock-Tower…

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FAREEDA KANGA
Drift Diary

Petrolhead, Rahil Shaikh, goes drifting with a Lada 2107, in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and gives us a blow-by-blow account of what drifting in the snow feels like for a first timer.

“Flick the steering, gas it, feel the rear kick out, and then leave the steering,” were precious words of advice from my instructor, Stanislav, from www.letsdrift.ru, who was giving me instructions on drifting on a snow-covered racetrack in Saint Petersburg, Russia. I followed his instructions to the T and soon enough the tyres were screeching and…

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RAHIL SHAIKH
Diu Tour

What can be more adventurous than exploring a new destination by embarking on a road trip in a mighty capable vehicle that can take the rough with the smooth and provide unparalleled driving pleasure? We did just that on our road trip with the Jeep Meridian, from Thane to Diu and back. Read onâ€¦

At a time when it seemed like almost everyone out there was descending on Goa, in droves, I zeroed in on another former Portuguese colony – Diu – which falls under theAdministration of Daman and Diu. Now, because my road trip would involve almost 1800+ kms of serious driving (back and forth), including a stopover…

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RACHNA TYAGI