The wheels of excitement spun into overdrive at the OLX Autofest 2025, Pakistan’s first dynamic auto and drift show, which took place on January 26, 2025, at the Expo Centre in Karachi. This highly anticipated event, organized by OLX in collaboration with the Team Driverz Club, brought together an exhilarating fusion of the best automotive showcases and adrenaline-pumping drift performances, captivating the hearts of around 6,000 automobile enthusiasts.
Feast for Car Lovers: Over 100 Cars on Display
The OLX Autofest presented a spectacular collection of over 100 cars, spanning classic to modern, sports to exotic, and vintage to modified. Each corner of the venue was graced by jaw-dropping automobiles which are rare in Pakistan.
Among the crowd-pullers were the iconic Nissan GTR R35, the only Nissan Silvia in the country, the sleek Porsche GT4 RS, and the legendary Nissan GTR R33 Godzilla. Classic car lovers were treated to the vintage beauty of the Ford Thunderbird 1960 and the majestic Rolls Royce Corniche Cloud 1957.
Modern enthusiasts also had their moment to shine, with high-performance machines like the BMW Lineup, Mercedes AMG Lineup, Jaguar, Subaru Impreza, and Mini Coopers. And if that was not enough, a truly extraordinary highlight was the Zarb-e-Haider, a made-in-Pakistan bomb-proof armoured vehicle presented by SMTAC, a testament to the nation’s growing prowess in engineering.
Drifting into Action: Spectacle of Precision & Skill
But the real magic at OLX Autofest was not just about the cars; it was about the action that followed. Over 40 drift cars took centre stage, with skilled drifters – Usama Siddique, Adeel Yaqoob, Talha Bin Azhar, Raja Faizan, Dina Patel, Laiba Hussain, and many others—showcasing their heart-stopping stunts and precise drifting manoeuvres.
Drawing inspiration from the legendary Tokyo Drift, the drivers dazzled the crowd with their expertise, leaving everyone in awe as they expertly slid through tight corners and executed daring stunts.
For those who wanted to feel the rush first-hand, the Drift Taxi experience offered attendees a chance to ride along with the pros. With the engine roaring and the tires screeching, this was an experience no adrenaline junkie could resist.
Star-Studded Affair
The event was not just about cars and drifting – it was a full-on celebration of automotive culture. Renowned bikers, influencers, and YouTubers, including Maaz Safdar, Waqas GM, and ProTaa, joined the festivities, meeting their fans and sharing their passion for all things motorized. The show also saw the participation of over 20 sponsors, who showcased their latest products, adding to the rich diversity of the event and creating an unmissable spectacle for attendees.
OLX Motors Experience
As the event came to a close, it was evident that the OLX Autofest was more than just a car show; it was a vibrant celebration of Pakistan’s growing automotive scene.
OLX Motors, a key vertical of OLX, continues to connect car lovers and buyers through its platform, offering a wide range of vehicles, including cars, bikes, and accessories. Their innovative Car Inspection Service, available in major cities, gives buyers and sellers a transparent, hassle-free experience by providing detailed digital reports—ensuring peace of mind for all involved.
The OLX Autofest 2025 was not just a first-of-its-kind event – it was a glimpse into the future of automotive culture in Pakistan. From the powerful machines to the electrifying drift stunts, the event left an indelible mark on every attendee, setting the stage for an even bigger show in the years to come.
