Hormazd Sorabjee is one of the most senior and much loved auto journalists in India, and is the editor of Autocar India.
Articles by Hormazd Sorabjee
Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: A new Italian stallion
Ferrari’s first four-door, four-seater car, the all-new Purosangue, seems like it was made for India
Published on Mar 17, 2023 10:49 PM IST
Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Lightning bolts
The fastest, heaviest, most expensive supercar in the world is also electric. Even at 2.2 tonnes, the Pininfarina Battista can do 358 kph
Updated on Mar 04, 2023 12:55 PM IST
Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The winning streak
The Cayman was conceived for track use, which is why it may be the best-handling Porsche of all time
Published on Feb 17, 2023 08:09 PM IST
Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Just skidding
Driving two kinds of cars, in sub-zero temperatures, over a frozen field in Austria, isn’t foolhardy. It’s one for the bucket list
Published on Feb 03, 2023 11:32 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Show-stoppers of Auto Expo 2023
India’s biggest motor show was finally back this year after missing its 2022 date due to Covid-19
Published on Jan 20, 2023 10:36 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: A car in search of a road
On a twisty, freshly paved and relatively secluded road in the Sahyadri hills, I am quietly celebrating the internal combustion engine in all its glory
Published on Jan 06, 2023 10:43 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The everyday EV
With its Q4 e-tron, Audi has managed to achieve a normal driving experience that filters out the artificial feel of electric vehicles
Updated on Dec 09, 2022 11:58 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Boss level baby
The soft ride, plush seats and overall refinement of the Audi A8L put comfort and class right at the top
Published on Nov 25, 2022 09:58 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Maha Mahabaleshwar test
The last time I took an electric car to Mahabaleshwar, I almost never made it
Published on Nov 12, 2022 12:04 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The speed king
You would think that the purpose and relevance of the new 911 GT3 RS, the most track-focussed production Porsche ever did, would be lost on Indian customers
Published on Oct 29, 2022 01:23 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Hits and misses, ups and downs
The long-awaited Mahindra XUV400 is the first electric SUV from Mahindra after years of talking electric, and is finally the walk of the company’s EV talk
Published on Oct 15, 2022 12:44 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Cross-country charge
4,400 km, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, in the Porsche Taycan and not a drop of fuel used!
Updated on Sep 30, 2022 11:48 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Shock treatment
Mercedes’s first electric AMG provides the ultimate electric thrills in a civilised and supremely comfortable car—for a price
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:17 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The Goldilocks car
Audi’s new Q3 is neither too small, nor too big and may in fact be just right. Especially since it’s quality is top-notch
Published on Sep 03, 2022 01:42 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Green goddess
As the BMW i4 enters India, prepare to be tempted like never before. And it comes at a better price too
Published on Aug 19, 2022 07:20 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Ace of hearts
The Mercedes EQB’s relaxed character and family-sized cabin makes a great case for itself in the fast-growing EV market
Published on Aug 05, 2022 09:12 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The German revolution
The Mercedes EQS, to be launched in India next month, has set a new benchmark for electric luxury vehicles
Published on Jul 22, 2022 07:23 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Old-school but cool
The Lexus RC F is engaging and fun to drive, but it certainly isn’t easy to acquire. There’s no official price because it never officially launched in India!
Updated on Jul 09, 2022 12:21 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: In the lap of Israel
Two Mercs, three seas, seven days, 1,300km and lots of desert. The Holy Land has a lot to offer, and is best experienced from behind the wheel
Published on Jun 24, 2022 10:15 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: That sweet spot
The Volvo XC40 Recharge may not look flashy, but its performance is addictive. And equally importantly, it’s affordable!
Published on Jun 10, 2022 08:03 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Dashing past the goalposts
The new 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is packed with technology, drives well and looks great inside and out
Updated on May 28, 2022 02:04 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Coming in strong
Jeep’s just-introduced Meridian has its pros and cons, but has a likely chance at being the new three-row SUV of choice
Published on May 14, 2022 02:39 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Master of them all
The new Range Rover is an all-rounder that is set to compete for the position of the largest, most luxurious and most expensive SUV in India
Published on Apr 29, 2022 08:28 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: The last hurrah
That the Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Roadster is all sold out is no surprise. After all, it’s an exhilarating slice of a glorious past.
Updated on Apr 15, 2022 10:06 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: First class in (almost) every way
The Mercedes Maybach S 580 is fit for an emperor—and priced the same way. For those who can afford it, it’s a haven on wheels
Published on Apr 03, 2022 01:11 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Breaking the price barrier?
Only if EV buyers transcend the traditional barriers of size and cost will Lexus launch its UX 300e in India
Published on Mar 20, 2022 08:55 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Europe on India’s roads
The Slavia, the latest sedan from Skoda, is a sharp-looking car with a lot going for it which will appeal to those looking for a fresh, European alternative
Updated on Mar 06, 2022 12:56 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Meet the most powerful hatchback in the world
This fast hatchback may be small, but it has the distinction of holding multiple ‘most-powerful’ records
Published on Feb 20, 2022 12:10 AM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Driving through the Gir Forest National Park
Driving the first EV in Gir provided the satisfaction of knowing it would not disturb wildlife nor pollute the pristine forest
Updated on Feb 05, 2022 11:50 PM IST
Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Next-gen electric cars
The all-electric Ioniq 5 is Hyundai’s next bet for India and is free from the packaging and design constraints
Updated on Jan 23, 2022 12:18 AM IST
