MUMBAI: When Overdrive hits a milestone, it does so with horsepower and heart. Marking 27 years of pioneering automotive journalism, the magazine has rolled out a special anniversary edition that swaps highways for battlefields celebrating the Indian Army’s formidable automotive strength.
The spotlight falls on Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, home to the Armoured Corps Centre and School (ACC&S) and the Mechanised Infantry Centre and School (MIC&S). These elite institutions are where the backbone of India’s mechanised warfare is forged, training soldiers not just in combat, but also in vehicle operation, engineering, and mobility tactics.
For petrolheads, the issue offers a rare peek at military beasts usually off-limits to civilian eyes. From the main battle tanks T-72, T-90, and indigenous Arjun, to the amphibious BMP infantry vehicle, and the rugged utility fleet of Gypsys, Tata Safari Storme GS800s, and battlefield haulage trucks, it’s a line-up that makes even the flashiest supercar look tame.
“This anniversary feels especially meaningful,” said Overdrive editor Kranti Sambhav “as we ventured into uncharted territory, bringing to light a fascinating array of military vehicles that have rarely been showcased in mainstream automotive media. It is both a tribute to our armed forces and our commitment to innovation, depth, and storytelling.”
The magazine doesn’t stop at the barracks. Among its other exclusives are a detailed review of the Range Rover Sport diesel (assembled in India), the Volvo EX30, the Triumph Thruxton, the Aston Martin Vantage V8, and the first Toyota Fortuner Hybrid.
With cinematic visuals, expert insights, and engaging narration, the anniversary feature serves as a salute to the machines that protect the nation and the soldiers who command them. It underlines Overdrive’s enduring ethos telling stories that matter, whether on the road, on the racetrack, or on the frontline.
