Generation Speed 2025: A New Destination for Car Enthusiasts!

If you grew up playing video games in the early 2000s or were a fan of movies centred around underground car culture, there is a new event to mark on your calendar – Generation Speed. Attending the event felt like being transported into the world of Need for Speed Underground 2, with an electrifying mix of exotic cars, modified street machines, vintage cars, and full-fledged Formula racing beasts. One of the highlights of the event, for me, was spotting everyday cars modified into head-turning showstoppers, complete with huge spoilers, fancy wraps, and shiny alloys.

Held at the Aamby Valley airstrip, the event made use of the runway as a drag strip. Over two action-packed days, a number of cars and even motorcycles lined up at the start line to exhibit how quick and loud they were. From vintage Enfields to the upcoming MG Cyberster, the event saw all kinds of machines make the tarmac come alive, offering a thrilling spectacle to the audience. There were drift sessions with heavily modified BMWs, a stock Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance, and even an AE86-inspired Maruti 800. The event also had a number of beautiful vintage cars on display, including a classic Mini, a Buick Electra, and countless Premier Padminis – all inviting admiration from enthusiasts.

While cars were the main attraction at Generation Speed, other modes of transport also made their presence felt. Royal Enfield had an impressive pavilion, showcasing the Guerrilla 450 in its new colours and even conducting motorcycle drifting training sessions! I couldn’t resist giving it a shot myself – it was an absolute blast burning rubber.

The India Supercross League stall was another highlight, displaying off-road machines from Kawasaki, KTM, and Honda. And believe it or not, there was even a Swaraj tractor pulling off wheelies and a motorised sofa casually strolling around, adding an extra dose of quirky fun to the mix.

Going into the first-ever edition of Generation Speed, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But by the end, it turned out to be an incredibly fun experience. Getting up close with so many epic cars and mingling with enthusiasts made it feel like a true celebration of motoring culture. The event served as a hub where this small and passionate community could come together and revel in their shared love for machines.

Since this was the inaugural edition, there’s endless potential to make the event even bigger and better in the future. And given that it’s organised by the same team behind India Bike Week, it’s safe to say that they know a thing or two about building a thriving community of motoring fans.