th Mahindra Great Escape Images

124th Mahindra Great Escape concludes in Lonavala: Details and images

124th Mahindra Great Escape - Images (15)

The 124th edition of the Mahindra Great Escape (conducted in association with Sara Xtreme 4×4, valvoline , Maxxis tyres) – one of India’s most popular off-roading adventures, concluded successfully earlier in Lonavala on August 22nd 2015. With more than 100 4WD vehicles from the Mahindra stable maneuvering the challenging route. This Great Escape saw participation from Mahindra customers from Lonavala, Mumbai, Pune and neighboring areas.

124th Mahindra Great Escape - Images (45)

Wrapped in a blanket of green with gurgling streams and rolling hills, Lonavala offered a picturesque setting for a day of fun-filled off-roading. Located close to both Mumbai and Pune, Lonavala gave auto enthusiasts the perfect opportunity to enjoy the monsoon and tackle the challenging route. The rally was flagged off from 19 Degree North at Lonavala and presented an opportunity to explore the area’s scenic terrain. The event saw participation from the entire gamut of Mahindra vehicles including the Bolero, Scorpio, Legend and the extreme off-roader – the Mahindra Thar CRDe 4×4 – each representing the company’s tough and rugged DNA. These iconic Mahindra SUVs negotiated the arduous and slushy terrain of Lonavala and discovered what it’s like to be in the lap of nature. The drive received an overwhelming response from off-roading enthusiasts, leaving everyone asking for more.

124th Mahindra Great Escape - Images (54)

Initiated in 2013, the concept of an all-India ‘Mahindra Off-Road Trophy’ has seen fierce competition as participants got a chance to demonstrate their off-road driving skills through different stages of obstacles. This year, the competitors had to tackle three obstacles, Stream Crossing, Classic Slush Pit and Rock Crawl, which included off-roading through the river bed, making trails over rock boulders and maneuvering their way out of slush pits.

Results:

Stock Category-

  • Winner- Krishna Bobhe; Runner up – Amol Sethi

Modified Category-

  • Winner- Tejas Shindolkar

Ladies Category-

  • Winner- Dr. Vani Parmar

The on and off rain kept the participants watchful as they maneuvered through the beautiful background of the green hills. The event saw a number of participants from out of the city for a great experience of thrill and adventure not only limiting to the drivers but also extending towards family and friends.

A handful of pictures for your eyes to feast upon.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Scroll to Top