Vintage cars, heavy bikes set off on CPEC route as part of Motor Rally

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Vintage cars, heavy bikes set off on CPEC route as part of Motor Rally

The participants are scheduled to reach Gwadar after passing through all four provinces on the last day of this month.
DAWN.COMUpdated about 3 hours ago
Motorcyclists and motorists taking part in the Pakistan Motor Rally — featuring hundreds of motorbikes and vintage, classic and sports vehicles — reached Islamabad on Monday.

The participants had set off on Saturday morning from the Khunjerab top, situated at an altitude of about 15,000 feet near the China-Pakistan border. They are scheduled to cover the 3,000-kilometre-long route of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and reach Gwadar after passing through all four provinces on the last day of this month.

By organising the rally in collaboration with the civilian administration, the Pakistan Army aims to promote adventure sports, showcase the country’s tourism potential and commemorate the 70th anniversary of its independence in a befitting manner.

A Pakistan Army personnel looks at his moustache in a mirror next to vintage cars at the end of Motor Rally in Islamabad on October 23.— AFP

A rider participating in the Motor Rally leads bikers upon arriving in Islamabad.— AFP

The rally which is organised by Pakistan Army gathered different vehicles from 23 different motor clubs across Pakistan.— Photo: ISPR

Participants walk past cars at the end of Motor Rally in Islamabad.— AFP

The rally's participants are scheduled to cover the 3,000-kilometre-long route of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.— Photo: ISPR

Pakistani Army personnel pose for a picture in front of vintage cars at the end of Motor Rally in Islamabad.— AFP

Motorists take part in the rally.— Photo: ISPR

A vintage Rolls Royce is seen during the rally.— Photo: ISPR

Participants of the Motor Rally drive upon arriving in Islamabad on October 23.— AFP

A participant walks past vintage cars at the end of Motor Rally in Islamabad.— AFP

Pakistan Motor Rally is featuring hundreds of motorbikes and vintage, classic and sports vehicles.— Photo: ISPR

The rally will pass through parts of Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan.— Photo: ISPR

 

[313ghazi]

Reminds me of the film The cannonball run.

 

[Clutch]

Reminds me of the film The cannonball run.

Lol... yes.

 

[war&peace]

Elegant..100 likes
@django @SherDil @tps77

 

[DESERT FIGHTER]

Reminds me of the film The cannonball run.

Canonball was an actual event.. movie is based/inspired from it.

 

[Hakikat ve Hikmet]

Tebrik-ler!!! Like this spirit of the Pak folks, who don't want to simply go home and die.....

 

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Pakistan’s Biggest Motor Rally from Gilgit to Gwadar has just kick started
12 hours ago by Trending Team
300 jeeps, 500 bikes, 150 vintage cars and 3,000 kilometers for peace

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The motor rally that was being organized by the Pakistan Army just kicked off on the 21st of October from Khunjerab pass. The rally is being held to honor and celebrate the 70th independence day of Pakistan and will last 10 days before it finishes.

The huge rally started from Khunjerab Pass and will head down to Gwadar crossing Islamabad, South Waziristan, Quetta, and Karachi on its way. This is as many as 3,000 kilometers in distance.

The rally has more than 500 bikes, 300 jeeps and 150 vintage cars taking part in it. These motorheads come from 23 different motor clubs around Pakistan to celebrate peace and Pakistan.

Pakistan Army as it’s the main organizer has made sure that all security arrangements are taken care off. As the rally progresses through Pakistan, several other motor clubs around the country are equally taking part by putting up various car shows all over the country.

A separate section of the rally also started its journey from Lahore. Many cars and bikes from Lahore were seen crossing both the GT road and Motorway.

Cover Photo: Express Tribune

A man looks at a vintage car during the Pakistan Motor Rally in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Oct. 23, 2017. The Pakistan Motor Rally was organized to commemorate the 70th year of Pakistan's independence, with more than 300 jeeps, 500 bikes, and 150 vintage cars drawn from 23 motor clubs across the country. (Xinhua/Saadia Seher)

Participants ride on motorbikes during the Pakistan Motor Rally in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Oct. 23, 2017. The Pakistan Motor Rally was organized to commemorate the 70th year of Pakistan's independence, with more than 300 jeeps, 500 bikes, and 150 vintage cars drawn from 23 motor clubs across the country. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

Vintage cars are seen during the Pakistan Motor Rally in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Oct. 23, 2017. The Pakistan Motor Rally was organized to commemorate the 70th year of Pakistan's independence, with more than 300 jeeps, 500 bikes, and 150 vintage cars drawn from 23 motor clubs across the country. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

 

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A girl sits on a motorbike during the Pakistan Motor Rally in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Oct. 23, 2017. The Pakistan Motor Rally was organized to commemorate the 70th year of Pakistan's independence, with more than 300 jeeps, 500 bikes, and 150 vintage cars drawn from 23 motor clubs across the country. (Xinhua/Saadia Seher)

A woman stands next to vintage cars during the Pakistan Motor Rally

A woman sits in a vintage car

 

[SherDil]

Fantastic.
Wasn't aware of the rally, wondering about unusual security on Peshawar Road few days ago.

 

[GeraltofRivia]

What a beautiful event! I am a big fan of classical cars!

 

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Gwadar’s First-Ever Concert

by Mariya HaiderNovember 4, 2017, 1:12 am


The Pakistan Motor Rally was organised by the Pakistan Army to commemorate Pakistan’s 70th Independence Day. It originated from Khunjerab Pass, passed through Gilgit, Islamabad, South Waziristan, Quetta and Karachi and finally concluded at Gwadar earlier this week having covered a total distance of more than 3,000 km. The rally consisted of over 300 jeeps, 150 vintage cars and 500 bikes drawn from 23 motor clubs. The celebration’s aimed to spread a positive image of Pakistan.

The rally’s successful conclusion was celebrated with the first-ever concert in Gwadar. Rock star Ali Zafar, singing sensation Atif Aslam and iconic artist Akhtar Chinar enthralled an audience of over 20,000.

As quoted by military’s media wing, COAS had the following to say about the event,

“Such events will promote adventure sports, showcase tourism potential and cultural heritage of the country.”

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