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Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Let's do a reign check
The silent, dignified arrival of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long been a hallmark of understated luxury. It's a vehicle synonymous with serenity, where the cacophony of the outside world is shut out and passengers are cosseted in comfort. Then, there's the Mercedes-AMG S 63 E-Performance. This isn't merely an S-Class; it's what happens when the engineers of Mercedes's performance division, AMG, are given free rein to infuse a flagship sedan with supercar DNA. Bearing the '63' badge, highlighted in red, is a signal that this 802hp limousine has shed its regal composure for something far more assertive, turning the traditionally rear-seat focused S-Class experience squarely onto the driver. At its core, the S 63 E-Performance is a plug-in hybrid system taken to an extreme. The familiar 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, formidable with its 612hp and 900Nm, is augmented by a rear-axle-mounted electric motor and a 13kWh battery, contributing an additional 190hp and 320Nm. The combined output is a staggering 802hp and a monumental 1,430Nm of torque. Unleashing this power is almost surreal. Despite its considerable 2.5-tonne mass, the sensation under full acceleration is less about forward motion, and more akin to the vehicle warping the very asphalt beneath its tires. The 0-100kph sprint is dispatched in a mere 3.4 seconds, an astonishing feat for a car of this size and stature. Top speed is electronically limited to 250kph but with the optional Driver's Pack, you can hit 290kph. Managing this colossal output involves a sophisticated dual-transmission setup: A Speedshift 9-speed MCT for the V8 and a separate 2-speed unit for the electric motor. An AMG S-Class inherently grapples with two contrasting ideologies: Sportscar handling versus limousine comfort. The S 63 E-Performance leans decidedly towards the former. While it features adaptive air suspension, the ride is firm. When faced with a challenging road, however, the AMG pedigree shines through. The 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system, complemented by 3-degree rear-wheel steering, endows this long-wheelbase sedan with surprising agility. It turns in keenly and maintains impressive stability through sweeping bends. Yet, in tighter, more technical sections, the laws of physics and its 2.5-tonne mass ultimately assert themselves, limiting how much the handling tech can truly do. Ground clearance, too, demands vigilance over significant speedbumps, even with the air suspension's raise function. Visually, the S 63 signals its intent with clarity. The distinctive Panamericana grille, aggressive bumper designs with large air dams, and the AMG logo replacing the traditional Mercedes-Benz star all contribute to a more muscular aesthetic. Inside, carbon fibre, interwoven with a red thread, adorns the dashboard. The digital instrument cluster offers racier themes, while the central 12.8-inch touchscreen serves as the highly responsive control hub for every facet of the car. Despite its driver-centric focus, the rear cabin remains a thoroughly luxurious space, offering ample legroom, massage functions, and independent entertainment screens. Priced from ₹3.3 crore, the Mercedes-AMG S 63 E-Performance occupies a curious niche. It possesses supercar-levels of power and combines it with the undeniable luxury of an S-Class. The S 63, then, is for the individual who demands both extremes – the ultimate in executive transport capabilities and the ability to rip through the fabric of time. It's a statement, an indulgence, and ultimately, a purchase driven not by logic, but by the sheer joy it provides. From HT Brunch, June 21, 2025 Follow us on
Toronto Sun
22-05-2025
- Toronto Sun
Son of vanished Hells Angels figure missing, say Quebec police
Published May 22, 2025 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 1 minute read Nicholas David Carroll Photo by Surete du Quebec Quebec police are searching for the son of a former Hells Angels member who disappeared decades ago ahead of a major criminal crackdown. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Nicholas David Carroll, 35, was last seen on the morning of May 18 leaving his home in Mirabel, the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) said in a statement. His car, a black 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, was later found abandoned under the Route 158 overpass on Archambault Road in Crabtree, about 70 kilometres away. The SQ said his loved ones are concerned for his health and safety. Carroll is the son of David (Wolf) Carroll, a senior member of the Hells Angels who vanished just before Opération Printemps 2001, a sweeping police operation that led to the arrest of dozens of members across Quebec and Montreal. David Carroll has not been seen since and remains one of Canada's most wanted fugitives. His son Nicholas is described as 1.88 metres (6-foot-2) tall, weighing 106 kilograms (233 pounds), with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white hoodie with an orange circle on the front, hoodie-style shorts, and Nike Air Jordan-style shoes. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or contact the Sûreté du Québec's Criminal Information Centre confidentially at 1-800-659-4264. Toronto Maple Leafs Tennis Editorial Cartoons World World
Montreal Gazette
22-05-2025
- Montreal Gazette
Son of vanished Hells Angels figure missing, say Quebec police
Quebec police are searching for the son of a former Hells Angels member who disappeared decades ago ahead of a major criminal crackdown. Nicholas David Carroll, 35, was last seen on the morning of May 18 leaving his home in Mirabel, the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) said in a statement. His car, a black 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, was later found abandoned under the Route 158 overpass on Archambault Road in Crabtree, about 70 kilometres away. The SQ said his loved ones are concerned for his health and safety. Carroll is the son of David (Wolf) Carroll, a senior member of the Hells Angels who vanished just before Opération Printemps 2001, a sweeping police operation that led to the arrest of dozens of members across Quebec and Montreal. David Carroll has not been seen since and remains one of Canada's most wanted fugitives. His son Nicholas is described as 1.88 metres (6-foot-2) tall, weighing 106 kilograms (233 pounds), with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white hoodie with an orange circle on the front, hoodie-style shorts, and Nike Air Jordan-style shoes. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or contact the Sûreté du Québec's Criminal Information Centre confidentially at 1-800-659-4264.
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Amit Sial shuts down nepotism critics targeting Abhishek Bachchan and Alia Bhatt; ‘Kyu nahi bane Amitabh...'
Actor Amit Sial has given some of the most beautiful performances of his career in 2025 with Kesari Chapter 2 and Raid 2. Now, in an exclusive interview with Hindi Rush, he opened up on the nepotism debate and slammed people criticizing 'nepo kids' Abhishek Bachchan and Alia Bhatt. He shared that even their parents should have become Amitabh Bachchan or Mahesh Bhatt instead of criticizing others. Amit Sial opened up on the criticism star kids receive and shared, 'Mere se ek din koi nepotism ki baat kar raha tha, and Abhishek Bachchan ki naam leke usne kuch toh bola. Toh meine bola agar itni problem hai yeh nepo kids se toh apne maa baap ko jaa ke bolo ki kyu nahi bane Amitabh Bachchan, kya kar rahe the tum log itne saal tak. Mahesh Bhatt kyu nahi bane papa.' (One day, someone was talking to me about nepotism and mentioned Abhishek Bachchan. I said, if you have such a problem with nepo kids, then go ask your parents why they didn't become Amitabh Bachchan. What were they doing all these years? Why didn't your father become Mahesh Bhatt). He added, 'Sab se pehle toh tumhare maa baap ki galti hai ki tum nepo kid nahi ho. Aur common sense hai ki meri beti hai aur aap ke bachche honge, toh aap toh apne best hi doge na yaar, common sense hai na. Neeche agar S-class (Mercedes-Benz S-Class) khadi hai toh tum kya bologe apne bachche ko, ki gatar ke paani mein nao chalate hua jaa. Nahi bologe aap. Aap phir ek alag tareeke se guide karoge.' (First of all, it's your parents' fault that you're not a nepo kid. And it's just common sense that if I have a daughter, or you have kids, wouldn't you want to give them the best? It's basic logic. If there's an S-Class parked outside, would you tell your child to ride through sewage water instead? Of course not. You'll still guide them in your own way). Amit Sial also opened up on the star kids joining the industry after proper training and bringing their skills on sets and shared, 'Unko agar actor banna hai toh aap bologe theater jao, stage karo, waha jaa ke apne seniors ko chai pilao. Bhale S-class mein wapas aao lekin yeh sab karo.' (If they want to become actors, you'll tell them to go do theatre, work on stage, serve tea to seniors there. Sure, come back home in an S-Class, but still do all that). 'Jitne bhi bachche launch hue hai ek bata do jisne training na kari ho kuch. Padhe likhe actor hai na sab. Mein toh Tiger Shroff jaise nahi maar sakta kick. Skills hai unmein na,' the Kesari 2 actor concluded. ('Show me one star kid who has been launched without any training. They're all educated, trained actors. I mean, I can't even do a kick like Tiger Shroff. They have real skills). For more such news, stay tuned to Pinkvilla. Catch the full interview right below.
Time Business News
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time Business News
Limousine Ride in Interlaken Royal Comfort, Swiss Style
Interlaken is a destination that redefines beauty — nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, with snow-capped peaks of the Bernese Alps in the background. For those seeking a premium experience, the best way to match the grandeur of this region is by choosing a luxury ride. That's where Deluxe Swiss Limousine steps in, offering unmatched limousine service in Interlaken that transforms ordinary travel into royal comfort. Why Interlaken is the Perfect Place for a Limousine Experience Interlaken isn't just about sightseeing — it's about how you see it. This Swiss gem offers the perfect setting for a luxury ride: Panoramic mountain roads Access to world-renowned destinations like Jungfraujoch and Lauterbrunnen High-end resorts and five-star hotels A culture that appreciates refinement and elegance Whether you're visiting for leisure or business, limousine service in Interlaken adds sophistication to your journey. What Sets Deluxe Swiss Limousine Apart Deluxe Swiss Limousine is more than a ride—it's an experience. Here's what makes it stand out: Professional Chauffeurs Every ride is handled by trained chauffeurs fluent in English and familiar with the Swiss terrain. Whether it's a hidden mountain spot or a top restaurant, you're in reliable hands. Luxury Fleet and Amenities The fleet features premium models like Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, and Tesla Model X. You enjoy: Leather interiors Complimentary beverages Climate control Wi-Fi access Privacy glass Let's look at the fleet and pricing in detail. Fleet & Pricing Table Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1–3 passengers Business trips, couples 240 BMW 7 Series 1–3 passengers Airport transfers, VIPs 220 Mercedes V-Class 1–6 passengers Family tours, group travel 280 Tesla Model X 1–4 passengers Eco-luxury rides 260 Stretch Limousine 1–8 passengers Weddings, celebrations 350 Note: Rates are approximate and vary based on distance, duration, and season. Occasions That Deserve a Limousine Touch There are moments in life where ordinary transport won't do. Some ideal occasions to book with Deluxe Swiss Limousine: Airport Transfers from Zurich, Geneva, or Bern from Zurich, Geneva, or Bern Wedding Day Entrances with a stretch limo with a stretch limo Corporate VIP Services for executives for executives Scenic Custom Tours to Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, or Jungfraujoch to Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, or Jungfraujoch Romantic Surprises and anniversary drives Why Choose a Limousine Over Regular Transport Luxury isn't just about glamour — it's about comfort, convenience, and peace of mind. Here's why a limousine ride is worth the upgrade: Time-saving: Avoid public transit delays Avoid public transit delays Safe and private: Travel with assurance Travel with assurance First-class experience: Ideal for high-level clients or personal celebrations Ideal for high-level clients or personal celebrations Custom routes: Stop where you want, when you want Booking the Right Limousine Service in Interlaken Choosing the right service matters. Here's what to check before you book: Reputation: Read real customer reviews Read real customer reviews Fleet Quality: Ask for vehicle pictures or specifications Ask for vehicle pictures or specifications Availability: Book early during peak seasons Book early during peak seasons Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees No hidden fees License and Insurance: Always use licensed providers like Deluxe Swiss Limousine Eco-Conscious Luxury Travel Today's traveler is not only luxury-focused but eco-aware. That's why Deluxe Swiss Limousine also offers: Electric and Hybrid Options like Tesla like Tesla Carbon-neutral ride planning Modern engines with lower emissions So, you can ride in style without compromising on sustainability. Final Thoughts: Elevate Your Swiss Journey Whether you're gazing at Lake Brienz during sunset or heading up to the Jungfrau region, how you get there makes a difference. A ride with Deluxe Swiss Limousine is not just about transport — it's about Swiss luxury, personal attention, and making every mile memorable. When in Interlaken, let the breathtaking views be matched by your elegant arrival. FAQs About Limousine Service in Interlaken Q1: Is limousine service in Interlaken only for tourists? No, it's ideal for both tourists and locals—whether it's for a wedding, business travel, or a weekend getaway. Q2: Can I book a limousine for a full day tour? Yes, Deluxe Swiss Limousine offers full-day bookings with customized routes to your preferred destinations. Q3: Are the chauffeurs English-speaking? Absolutely. All drivers are fluent in English and trained for hospitality and safety. Q4: What happens in case of flight delays during airport pickups? Your chauffeur monitors flight timings and adjusts pickup accordingly—no extra charges for delays. Q5: How far in advance should I book a limousine in Interlaken? During peak tourist seasons (summer and winter holidays), it's recommended to book at least 1 week in advance. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
