Opinions

Time and again, many discussions about which cars to own in Pakistan come to a deadlock at one statement by certain people “ RESALE “ … a term which refers to the ability of a product to hold up to its original…

“It came, it saw, it conquered, and it stayed forever” – it may sound like a phrase from a history book describing the introduction of capitalism, but it fits Suzuki Mehran just as well. Despite being the…

Having written this article in August last year, but wasn't able to publish it, however, it is as much valid today, as it was back then. Today, August 20, 2014 is a day of unfolding history for Pakistan. As…

When it comes to luxury automobiles, Pakistan is no alien to the concept. We have seen cars that cost a fortune to own like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, etc. on the roads of Pakistan. The "right" people…

Since the launch and success of Toyota Prius some 25 years ago, hybrid cars have become a way of life all over the world. Even prestigious German brands have been forced to launch hybrid models due to their…

McLaren P1 is the car I want, because it's basically an engine strapped to a spaceship. It is fast and surprisingly quite comfortable for the speeds it touches. We have read tons and tons of reviews. Written…

The northern areas of Pakistan are full of scenic beauty, serenity and mystique. From dense mountain forests to lush green plateaus, from crystal clear streams and lakes to dark intimidating silent hills. Move…

“100 rupees say that’s a taxi” – your friend utters whenever he sees a white 9th gen Corolla. Add a black piece of cloth hanging from the rear bumper and he’ll raise his bet to 500. Couple that with dark orange…

A few days back, I saw the most unexpected thing I could ever see in my life. I was in a rickshaw with my friend; our rickshaw stopped at a signal and beside our rickshaw came another rickshaw. We didn't notice…

I remember the first time I went to shop for clothes after I started wearing this farangi libaas – jeans and shirts. I chose a pair of blue jeans with a light yellow t-shirt. Then I spotted a yellow and green…

I have been asked a question over and over again. It has come to a point that I can tell, while shaking someone's hand, that they are going to ask the same question and so I reply: For rupees 125,000 you can…

The other day, I was going home after work when I saw an unusual sight. In front of me was a man with his family. The family included his wife, and 3 kids of varying ages (all minors) plus 2 heavy bags of…

In cars, power doesn't always mean horsepower or speed, because a car will go only as fast as you can take it. World's most powerful people travel in some tailor-made cars which signify nothing but power. Their…

Recently, I purchased a Suzuki Cultus just for the heck of it and this is my story. I wanted a smaller car for local errands. I have a 2000 Civic as my primary car, and I have loved it to the core for the…

Pakistan has been blessed with all kinds of natural resources yet we have an ongoing Energy Crisis in the country, which amplified after the recent petrol crisis. There is no doubt that this is all because of…