Everyone is curious as to knowing what it is and nearly everyone we know is interested in buying or at least test-driving one. So, what’s the big deal?
We drove it last month in Delhi where MG had organized their media drive. It was quite a sight as a swarm of nearly forty tiny little cars rolled onto the Gurgaon highway towards Delhi. We felt like a bunch of kids with new toys and soon were racing against one another. The Comet was unlike anything else we have driven in a long time, being very narrow and chuckable. We were darting between startled drivers in other cars and sprinting from one traffic signal to the next.
The initial excitement of being in something so different soon wore off, as we hit the faster, more open sections of the highway. It could do a respectable top speed of 105kmph but, with its ultralight steering, tiny wheels and diminutive footprint, it wasn’t quite at home, next to big trucks and buses. But as soon as we entered the crowded city of Delhi, it began to make so much sense.
For one thing, I was so happy that I am in something so compact. At 2.9m long and 1.5m wide, the Comet is considerably smaller than a Tata Nano and you know how easy those are to drive around and park. There is no bonnet stretching in front, there are virtually no overhangs and the small turning circle coupled with the short 2010mm wheelbase meant, it was more maneuverable than anything else on the road. Forward visibility is great with big glass windows all around, it’s like being a gold fish in a glass bowl.
This story is from the May -June 2023 edition of UNIQUE TIMES.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the May -June 2023 edition of UNIQUE TIMES.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Abdul Gafoor: A Luminant Odyssey
In today’s competitive market landscape, brands call the shots and business houses do not leave a stone unturned in their efforts to push their brands to stay ahead in the race.
Advocate AP Vasavan: Justice Meets Humanity
Among the rare class of legal professionals who place humanity, justice and honesty on an equal footing along with law, Advocate AP Vasavan of the High Court of Kerala deserves special mention.
How is Cholesterol Related to Increasing Risk of Stroke?
Cholesterol is a waxy substance that contributes to the buildup of deposits, known as plaques, within blood vessels.
Oppression And Mismanagement In Indian Corporate Law Jurisprudence A Few Aspects
The Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”), was enacted with the primary objective of ensuring transparency, accountability, and protection of stakeholders' interests, incorporates provisions addressing oppression and mismanagement within companies.
Vit-B12: The Missing Piece in Your Health Puzzle
B12 deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies among Indians.
Two Monologues Do Not Make a Dialogue!
“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.”
Toenail Fungus, Beware: Household Hacks for Healthy, Happy Feet!
Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a condition that can make your nails look unsightly and cause discomfort.
Tulum Tales: Unveiling the Mystique of Mexico's Coastal Gem
Tucked away on the Yucatán Peninsula's eastern shore, Tulum is a hidden gem that epitomises peace and unspoiled beauty.
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo
On the face of it, I shouldn’t like this car. Porsche makes some of the best engines in the world and this one hasn’t even got one.
On Managing Leadership Transitions - Navigating the Winds of Change
Leadership transitions are pivotal moments for any organization, marking periods of both opportunity and uncertainty.