Nimal Wimalasuriya
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Nimal has been a car nut for as long as he can remember. In fact his first "memory" is of a car... a Buick 8 tin plate toy in fact, which he held while a photographer took a photo of him on his 1st birthday! Even though he is an accountant by profession, he was always involved in things related to bikes, cars and motoring as a hobby. During his late twenties when working in Australia, Nimal would buy cars that were imminently going to fail the Yearly Registration Inspection - and was too expensive for workshops to rectify - repair them by himself and get them through the registration inspection. At age 40, it was almost natural progression for Nimal to give up his cushy accountant's (Tax Professional) job and turn his hobby into his profession! Thus the Motor magazine was born. If you ask Nimal now if that was the right decision to make; he would say there is nothing more satisfying in this world that he would rather be doing.
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Riddara RD6 Active 2WD
The Riddara RD6 (formerly known as Geely Radar RD6) is all-electric, and is a lifestyle-oriented double cab, with the Active 2WD model serving as a versatile, commuter-friendly, and more affordable alternative to traditional diesel models and indeed the more expensive 4WD version. Back in June 2025,...
The Jetour T2
The Jetour T2 is manufactured by Jetour Auto, which is an independent subsidiary brand of the large Chinese automotive conglomerate, the Chery Holding Group. Jetour has sold over a million vehicles globally in just four years, and the T2 is their halo model with an unmistakeable likeness to the Defe...
Datsun 510
The Datsun 510 was a series of the Datsun Bluebird sold from 1968 to 1973. In Japan it was sold as either the Datsun Bluebird or as the Datsun 1300/1400/1500/1600/1800 (depending on engine variant)....
Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV
In a way, the Chery Tiggo 9 makes a definitive statement - that it can play in the flagship SUV space. It impresses with space, refinement, and strong value for money even given our vastly inflated prices; thanks to the local punitive import taxes. Smooth, quiet, generously equipped, yet with bliste...
1961 Riley One-Point-Five
The Riley One-Point-Five and similar Wolseley 1500 were produced by Riley and Wolseley respectively from 1957 until 1965. They utilised the Morris Minor floorpan, suspension and steering, but were fitted with the larger 1,489 cc (90.9 cu in) B-Series engine and MG Magnette gearbox....
Changan Lumin Driven
When you first look at the Lumin, it reminds you of a car-character from the movie “Cars”. It has a quirky, toy-like face, and it indeed is toy-sized, in a world of oversized SUVs and macho pick-up trucks. Built as a “City Car”, the full electric Lumin is full of character… when you walk u...
1939 Mercedes-Benz 300 Pullman
Mercedes Benz - It's a name that naturally evokes thoughts of supreme craftsmanship, superlative comfort, and unmatched prestige. Perhaps that's why the three pointed star is one of the most recognized logos to date. It’s not just a statement of a brand, it's become a statement of quality. A compa...
Mitsubishi Lancer 1400
The first of the Mitsubishi Lancers (A70) was launched in February 1973. It served to fill the gap between the Minica “Kei” car, and the larger Galant. The sporting version of this Lancer – the 1600 GSR began the Lancer's long and successful rally history, winning the Safari Rally twice and th...
Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+
The Mercedes EQB was first introduced to the world in 2022, but here in Sri Lanka we have now got the latest front-wheel-drive 250+ version which is arguably one of the best family SUVs around. The combination of seven seats, around 400 kms of range from the improved battery, and Mercedes’ typical...
1972 Fiat 124 Special
The Fiat 124 was manufactured between 1966 and 1974. The saloon superseded the Fiat 1300 and spawned station wagon, four-seater coupé (124 Sport Coupé), and two-seater convertible (124 Sport Spider) variants....
1958 Triumph Speed Twin 5T
The Speed Twin 5T is a standard motorcycle that was made by Triumph at their Coventry, and later Meriden factories. Edward Turner, Triumph's Chief Designer and Managing Director, launched the Triumph Speed Twin at the 1937 National Motorcycle Show. It was a 500 cc OHV vertical twin in a lightweight ...
1936 Austin 7 Ruby
The Austin 7 which was produced from 1923 until 1939, was one of the most popular cars ever produced in the UK. It made a major impact on the small car manufacturers of the day, so much so that the very first BMW (Dixie), and the small American Austin’s were actually licensed Austin 7’s. Nissan ...
Ford Escort Sleeper!
At first glance it looks like a very smart Escort MkII. But a quick glance inside the car tells you that this is no ordinary Escort. The kill switch, hydraulic hand brake and the purposeful looking tachometer tells you that there is something potent lurking under the hood. Ajith Hemachandra, the own...
MG B
The MGB replaced the MGA in 1962, and production of the B and its variants continued until 1980. Sales for the MGB, MGC and MGB GT V8 combined totaled 523,836 cars. After a 12-year hiatus, the MGB re-entered production as the heavily modified MG RV8 with a limited run of 2,000 cars before finally be...