Indian Racing Driver Mahaveer Raghunathan, currently competing in the Italian Championship with AF Corse, lives in a world defined by precision, adrenaline and absolute focus. In an exclusive conversation with AllThingsMen, the speedster opens up about the machines he loves, the roads he escapes to, and the mindset that keeps him pushing the limits of performance.
ATM: When you’re not racing, what do you enjoy driving or riding—and what draws you to those vehicles?
MR: I love anything powerful, fast and agile. Off the track, a Porsche or a Ferrari brings me closest to the thrill of racing. Their balance of speed, handling, and engineering perfection always excites me.
ATM: If you could instantly add one vehicle to your garage, what would it be—and why?
MR: A Ferrari 296. It’s an iconic machine, and since I race with it as well, having one in my garage would feel like bringing a piece of my racing world home.
ATM: What has been your most unforgettable moment behind the wheel or on a bike?
MR: Honestly, after driving so many race cars on track, nothing off the track compares. The feeling you get inside a race machine—at full speed, on the limit—is unmatched.
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ATM: If money were no object, what would be your ultimate dream machine?
MR: The Ferrari 296 GT3. It’s pure racing DNA, and for me, that’s the dream.
ATM: Who has influenced you the most in motorsport?
MR: Lewis Hamilton. His dedication, work ethic, and ability to dig deep even when things aren’t going his way inspire me immensely. His character and resilience motivate me every day.
ATM: Is there a road you love driving on more than any other?
MR: Any coastal highway. Nothing beats the combination of a good drive with the sea stretching beside you.
ATM: Which machines are still on your “must-own someday” list?
MR: A Ferrari 296, a Lexus 600, a Suzuki Hayabusa, and the new Porsche Cayenne tuned to 1000 BHP.
For Mahaveer Raghunathan, speed isn’t just a profession—it’s a language, a rhythm, and the way he feels most alive.
