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PALLONJI SHAPOORJI MISTRY 1 JUNE 1929 - 28 JUNE 2022 It is with deep sadness that we all at NGPPL record the demise of our beloved former Group Chairperson, Padma Bhushan Pallonji Shapoorji Mistry. He developed the construction and real estate business that he inherited to reach new heights and pioneered its entry into the Middle East and Africa. Under his tutelage, the group also diversified into new areas. Apart from his huge success as a business magnate, Pallonji was known for his kind nature, humility and philanthrophy. May his soul rest in peace. All of us at NGPPL extend our sincere condolences to the entire Mistry family. We will all miss him.…

THIS MONTH WE HAVE FOUR first drives, out of which two are all-new and two are facelifts with new features and mechanical updates. The first car I drove was the Citroën C3. The C3 looks more like an SUV but Citroën are calling it a hatchback. The C3 drive was held in south Goa an apt location for a small car drive. The C3 will go up against cars like the Maruti Suzuki Swift. The ride and handling are very good as one would expect from Citroën. We drove both the engine options: the naturally aspirated and the turbocharged engine and both performed well. If one has not driven the turbo engine, they would not find the car underpowered. The turbo car is fun to drive and has good bottom-end and…

HYBRID. IT’S A WORD THAT SEEMS TO HAVE BEEN SHUNNED MY MANY mass manufacturers yet it presents a very real case for itself when we consider the real-world implications of a paradigm shift and the anticipated movement it represents. While full electric vehicles would seem like a jump forward, one must also consider that electricity is generated vastly from coal, in many cases to the tune of over 70 per cent. Thankfully, both Toyota and Maruti Suzuki seem to agree, and the “self-charging electric vehicle” philosophy is being spread thicker and wider than ever before. And the result of that new-found revitalised approach is the all-new, made-in-India-for-the-world mid-size SUV, the 4.4-metre long Urban Cruiser Hyryder, which will be offered with a mild-hybrid petrol with manual, automatic and manual-all-wheel-drive, as well…

EVERAL CARS TODAY FEEL LIKE THEY have a lot but still have that nagging feeling like something’s missing; like the last piece or few pieces of the puzzle simply aren’t there. The new Volkswagen Virtus manages to cover all the bases while excelling at the one thing most forget to remember—a car was meant to be driven. The new Virtus has come at a crucial time. A time when the car industry is apparently on the brink of a transition en masse to an electric ecosystem which will change how the car fits into society. Yet, the enthusiast—the one who wants to drive, unlike those who simply need to commute and lack access to clean and dependable public transport—wants to feel what it is like to drive a proper car. The…

TWITTER: @carindia FACEBOOK: facebook.com/carindia INSTAGRAM: carindia_mag WEBSITE: www.carindia.in EMAIL: carindia@nextgenpublishing.net POST: CAR INDIA MAGAZINE S.No. 261/G.L.R.No. 5, East Street, Camp, Pune 411001. INDIA Scorpio Upgrade In which areas is the new Mahindra Scorpio-N better than the previous model and where does it need further improvement? Daniel Raj, via social media Dear Daniel, The new Scorpio-N has improved in terms of refinement, ergonomics and overall quality of materials, and also feels like a more robust car than its predecessor. Mahindra are also providing a variety of engine-transmission choices and also a four-wheel-drive option. Although the car is tall, it drives rather well but we found the second row to be more comfortable than the front row. Gurkha Daily Driver Does the Force Gurkha make sense as a daily driver or is it best used as an off-roader for the weekend? Sarang Tandale, via social…

ROAD-TRIP VACATIONS ARE WITHOUT A doubt one of the most effective ways to feel refreshed and calm. Simply get in your automobile and see where the road leads. The majority of road excursions are planned, but unplanned road trips with friends are always enjoyable. Travelling by car is a fantastic way to see new locations. For our journey this time we explore the hidden gem of a state that is Odisha—one of India’s major tourist destinations, featuring wildlife reserves, beaches, temples, monuments, the arts, and festivals among the many tourist attractions. Just a glance at the Odisha Tourism tagline “India’s Best Kept Secret” will tell you that you are in for a real adventure while you explore this state. Hyundai India have provided us with a fiery red Verna luxury vehicle.…