Every once in a while, sitting behind the wheel of my ordinary car (sorry, Volkswagen!) in everyday traffic, I feel a pretty big urge to hop into a 4x4 vehicle instead, fitted with outrageously big wheels and trick suspension, something akin to the vehicles used in, say, the Dakar Rally, which would allow me to drive over pretty much any obstacle and simply glide past the standing traffic. Alas, wishful thinking.
Oh, and speaking of the Dakar Rally, those of you who might have gone through autoX's previous magazine issue, the motorsport section in particular, would remember a certain mention of Dakar and a forthcoming 'surprise' related to it. Well, the time has come to reveal it. The abovementioned wishful thinking turned into a sight of pure awe and disbelief for me, as last month, Audi India took a select group of journos to Saudi Arabia to catch this year's Dakar Rally live in action. And guess what, I was a part of that teeny-tiny group. So, here's are some of my key highlights.
THAT FEELING
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GOOD OLD DAYS...
Is the old Marc Marquez finally back? The race in Jerez surely gave flashes of it...
Prancing Off-Road
The SUV trend has even caught on with Ferrari, which is evident with the introduction of the Purosangue. However, does a Ferrari of this type really make sense?
Ahead of the Curve
There's not one but two new GT variants available with the Volkswagen Taigun now, meaning there's one for everyone!
SPACE WARS
There are plenty of budget-friendly seven-seat MPVs on the market, but what if you desire ample space without compromising on style?
GOING BIG
The 3XO makes big promises on all fronts - from features and safety to styling and value proposition. But does it deliver on these promises?
HAMMER TIME
The new Gurkha 5-door comes with updated styling, improved performance, and better features. So, do these changes make it the practical 'proper' off-roader we've all been waiting for?
MOUNTAIN GOAT
With a mid-life facelift, the Jeep Wrangler has received several noteworthy upgrades. But does it truly live up to the reputation of being unstoppable
SUPERSPORT TRILOGY
We embark on a 300km journey on three of the finest supersport twins in the world. Which one would reign supreme at the end?
SECOND WIND
Bajaj is once again stirring the pot with the updated Pulsar N250. But has it nailed the recipe this time around?
PASSION & Precision
A brand new V12 supercar! In this era of downsizing & electrification, that's about as rare as seeing a total eclipse and the Northern Lights on the same day. But if the V12 remains the heart & soul of the automobile, well, then, Ferrari is its saviour.
